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05/05/2009 17:08 #48596

end of an era?
Well, for the first time in my life, I have gotten NOTHING for my birthday from my family.
I mean, they sent me on vacation, and that was my bday gift, so I certainly can't complain... but mom has always sent SOMEthing. Some sort of care package with little goofy stuff in it, so that I have "something to open" on my actual birthday.

And this year...
Nothing.

I didn't even get a card.

Growing up sucks.


jenks - 05/07/09 11:28
Sorry, I'm an asshole.

I didn't mean at all to say that I'm not grateful for my trip. It wasn't at all about wanting presents. I was just sad b/c this was the first time in my life my mom didn't send me some sort of little package just "to have something to open".

But, when I talked to them on my birthday- They all felt so guilty and awful and apologized a million times- that I feel like an asshole (again) for even being sad about it.

And, thanks for all the birthday wishes everyone. :)
tinypliny - 05/06/09 22:37
I am always surprised that birthdays are such a big deal here... Heh I never really had a "birthday realization" till I came here.


Wish you a rocking year ahead, (e:jenks)! Hope your fellowship turns out everything you want it to be and a ton more exciting! :)
metalpeter - 05/06/09 19:18
(e:ladycroft) did you ever see Sweet Sixteen (now it is an ok movie but back then it was like huge) your story kinda reminds me of that, HA.
libertad - 05/06/09 13:43
Happy birthday!
leetee - 05/06/09 10:20
Happy Belated Birthday!
paul - 05/06/09 10:00
Happy birthday! Seriously though you are not satisfied with a trip to europe? I would trade every card I ever got for that right now.
ladycroft - 05/06/09 06:01
p.s. i'm a dip stick. i kept thinking today was cinco de mayo, hence your birthday, but no...in fact today is now the 6th. so, i kind of missed it, but had all intentions of posting a birthday balloon. sigh.
ladycroft - 05/06/09 06:00
my parents forgot my 15th birthday once. i felt like shit for days :( but yah, growing up sometimes sucks.
museumchick - 05/05/09 23:26
Or, rather that you'll have a wonderful year, as I meant to say.
museumchick - 05/05/09 23:25
I can relate. I know this is a little late, but I still hope your birthday was wonderful.
mrmike - 05/05/09 21:48
Tell me about it. Perhaps the mail messed up (my Mom is the same way)
metalpeter - 05/05/09 20:02
Not that it makes any thing any better but Happy Birthday

05/02/2009 09:38 #48567

swine flu


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imk2 - 05/03/09 10:18
ha ha...i love this one!

04/27/2009 22:37 #48522

need to catch up
I still have to post vacation pix.
and I accomplished nothing I meant to this weekend.
And I am getting killed at work tonight.

wah, wah, wah.

BUT- this is awesome and I had to share:

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ah and PS, my apartment has been rented.
museumchick - 04/29/09 22:04
I definitely had a nice laugh with that! I hope things are going well with the moving plans:).
metalpeter - 04/28/09 17:01
that is a great card, If I got one like that it would be so funny I would have to compare mine to others.
jenks - 04/28/09 08:14
I know, sorry... I haven't forgotten you. Your email is at the top of my "reply-to" folder. I'll fill you in! soon! :)
ladycroft - 04/28/09 06:55
I find that highly amusing :) So, I am light years behind on reading and completely missed the part where you're moving! Well, I e-mailed you asking about stuff but haven't gotten the scoop yet. Anyhoo...does this mean you can't come to the wedding :(

04/20/2009 20:15 #48457

Super awesome Buffalo apartment for rent
(Ok, so today I want to be googly)

So... my apartment is going to be available probably the last week of June.

For those of you who haven't seen it, it really is a great place.

Info-

-Upper apartment in a 2 apt house.
(landlords (who are great) live downstairs)

-Three bedrooms/1 bath
-great big kitchen with new stainless appliances (incl gas stove)
-huge living room with tons of windows and great light
-it's seriously huge- (previous owner told me 2000 sq ft!)
-small back balcony
-GARAGE PARKING
-*FREE* washer/dryer in the basement
-huge attic/basement with tons of storage
-lots of built-in storage
-laundry chute!
-carpet in living/dining room and hall, wood floors in bedrooms
-lots of neat woodwork, etc
-great landlords (worth mentioning again)
-great location- just off the elmwood strip, and within walking distance (2 blocks) of thai/indian/chinese/pizza/subway/convenience store. Neighborhood is convenient and safe, mostly college students/families
-small front and bigger back yards

The landlords want to rent to 1 or 2 people, but not 3
Rent will be 750, plus utilities

I really can't say enough about this place- my only complaint would be no dishwasher- but the landlords may even put one in.

For more info/pix/etc- comment here or email me using the email link to the right!

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living room windows

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looking into dining room

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one bedroom

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living room

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back porch

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living room

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(the apt is upstairs)

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first bedroom

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second bedroom

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dining room into living room

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kitchen (appliaces have since been updated)
tinypliny - 04/23/09 18:22
All I can say is wow. And I so can't afford it. :/
mrmike - 04/20/09 20:42
Timing is everything. Just renewed here.

04/19/2009 15:16 #48439

food porn
Wow... so while out last night, someone suggested sunday brunch. I'm always up for that... one friend is an awesome cook, and wanted to cook. Another guy has this freaking AMAZING house with a huge gourmet kitchen... So awesome cook + gourmet kitchen = unbelievable brunch. Stuffed french toast- made with good french bread, stuffed with cream cheese and raspberry jam. OMG so good.
Now I think I need to go work out!



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tinypliny - 04/23/09 18:23
Those look delicious!