but damn, that was an enjoyable run. I have no idea what my times were because I was completely enthralled by the post-rain scents in the air. The entire run, all I could think of was when I was back in the Australian rainforest (like, nine years ago). Every single scent out there tonight, and the level of humidity in the air, and the overall temperature was just like a muscle/mind memory jogger for when I was down there. And damn but do I miss it right now. I suddenly find myself wishing that I was a runner back then, so that I could have a memory of running through the forest. *sigh*

I'm totally in love with this weather right now.

Hello all! Joining up over here as well, now.

As of now, I'm just going to consider this my third backup journal (to replace the now defunct GJ that I use to have), and joining my IJ and my JournalFen accounts as a backup journal for my main one over at LJ. Which basically means that I will not be updating this one regularly, but will occasionally cross-post en masse all my posts from over there (obviously, the first, big ol' backup hasn't occurred yet, that one is forthcoming). If something changes, and I decide to start using this separately from LJ, I'll be sure and let you know :-) Feel free to friend away at will, though.

Also, if anyone is planning on moving house over here permanently, let me know and I will be sure to follow you over here from now on. I think that's it :-)

I really love the little bats mood theme though. They are too precious :-D

It's possible, that I may have - just for a moment - fallen asleep at my work desk. Only 1.5 hours before I can go home and take a much needed nap. *sigh* Apparently, this weekend took more out of me then I thought it had.

So we've successfully made it down to DC and begun work on our 48-hour film. *bounces*

This year, our genre is FANTASY! Which is frankly, simply fantastic. We've completed our first script write (Some of the ideas that ended up on the cutting room floor where absurd and yet COMPLETELY AWESOME. 'tis a pity that we can't do them all). Now it is in the polishing stage, with pro-boards to be completed shortly. Tomorrow our production time is scheduled for 9 am, and will go til (I would think) at least early (if not late) evening.

The hats that I am donning for the project this go round include co-writer, a brief no-dialogue extra, and co-editor with. I might squeeze in some other random production work during the day if needed as well, we shall see.

Color me excited :-D

Wish us luck folks!!

P.S. we totally tried to figure out a way to work zombies in (including the use of a Dead Abe Lincoln (courtesy of our illustrious director)), but alas, it was not meant to be. *sigh*

Now granted, everyone, everywhere should try and do something nice for their planet every day of the year (it being the only one we have and all), but at the very least on this day try to keep it on the forefront on your minds. Cool?

Cool.

So, to kick off, we have the Earth Day Network; which provides lots of good information about the happenings surrounding this Earth Day (and next year's big 40th anniversary Earth Day extravaganza). They also have lots of links to Earth Day events and happenings round and about the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, and several other European countries. Lots of info there to be sure.

Next up, we have the ever useful and popular Treehugger and their Earth Day page. There is an insane amount of content at that site folks. With links to just about anything environmentally-related that you can imagine. Need a green buying guide? They have that. How about info on sustainable design and architecture? They have that too. Be sure to check out the links on the sidebar as well, as they are just full of useful sites.

Then there is Global Stewards, which provides a whole slew of "environmental tips and sustainable solutions for a healthy planet." Highly informative and useful.

And you can always find information and activism activities at places like The Audubon Society, Oceana, the World Wildlife Fund, and The Nature Conservancy.

And that's my Earth Day sales pitch for this year folks :-)

I don't care.


IT'S FRIDAY!!!!


*throws confetti*

So, one of my most long-term and dearest friends is getting married next month. We aren't as close as we were when we were kids, as we have grown up and don't run in the same circles anymore, but still, we love each other dearly. So when one of her Bridesmaids (whom I had never met, but who I had heard my friend mention, and who is named Orpha), calls up with the details for my friend's Surprise Bachelorette Party, I'm super excited.

Until I hear the date.

Which, as I'm guessing you might be able to surmise, was for tonight. I.e. The night before Easter.

Now, I may not be religious, but that doesn't mean that my family doesn't take every possible opportunity to get together and have a good time all under the guise of "a holiday" just like the next person. This particular Easter weekend, Magus and I had plans to go visit our family in Western PA. When I mentioned all of this to Orpha, she apologized for having things being booked this weekend, but said that she honestly didn't realize it was Easter, as she was Jewish, and didn't keep track of those things (I thought that this was odd, because Passover fell at the same basic time as Easter this year, but I handwaved it, because who the hell would lie about THAT?!)

After some discussion, Magus and I both agreed that NOT going to tonight's bash was not an option for me, as I know that my friend has been looking forward to getting married for a VERY long time, and I had always promised her that I would go to her Bachelorette Party. So, off Magus goes (with our niece and future SIL in tow) to his brother's for the weekend, and here I stay (which worked out decent, since Phoebe needed more care then my Mom could comfortably provide).

Now, I think some details are in order. ( Cut because this gets LONG folks, but trust me, its worth the effort )

And that, my dear friends-list, is the incredibly true story about how I (and 12 or so other people) got scammed by a girl named Orpha.

Phoebe got bit by a 100-pound German Shepard as we left the house for her walk this evening. She got about 20-25 stitches, and is now resting on our bed. We are going to be taking the couch tonight.

My poor baby. :-(

The other dog was walking towards us as we were heading down the sidewalk, Phoebe (as she usually does) went around to the other side of me and onto the neighbors yard to put as much distance between her and the other dog as possible (she doesn't like meeting strange dogs), and the German Shepard literally LEAPED across the sidewalk and onto Phoebe's back. She bit down, but didn't get a real good grip as I whacked her across the face in order to dislodge her, and Phoebe jumped into the air to get away. Still, she left several puncture wounds and a laceration about 4 inches by 3 inches on the Phoebe's back and side.

The owner of the dog, for her part, was extremely apologetic (she was on her cell phone at the time and not paying any attention, so it came as a complete shock to her when her dog jumped), and is dropping off a check tomorrow to cover the nearly $600 in expenses.

Phoebe will be coming with me to work the rest of the week. I'm not letting her out of my sight.

*sigh*

I'm going to go play "Oblivion" until I fall asleep now...

Three conservative bumper stickers that had me blinking and going: "wha-? What!?" ( Behind a cut to spare you )

There is a smallish monsoon happening outside my office window. Complete with high winds, tons of rain, lightning, and thunder. Its dark, and desolate, and absolutely miserable looking.

I kind of love it ;-P

This weekend's activities consist of going over my brother's tonight for TV and game-type stuff, getting the car inspected tomorrow morning, my sister-in-law's Bachelorette Party tomorrow evening, my other sister-in-law's baby shower on Sunday afternoon, and my sleep study on Sunday evening.

I'm thinking that I'll be able to fall asleep fairly easily by the time I get to the sleep center. o_0

At some point this weekend (probably Sat. afternoon or early Sunday morning), I'll squeeze in a watching of this weeks SPN. *sigh*

Happy Friday, all!!