Oh Billy Joel, how did you know that I’ve never had a Backstreet Guy? Considering there were only five of them and the half the girls in my age bracket were hoping for one (the other half were hoping to get in sync with another nonmusician), odds were against me anyway.
I've noticed that being single may not be seen as a necessarily positive thing for girls "my age". In fact, some regard it as a weakness. I still feel pretty strong right now. There is a term that my friends Angie, Kyle, and Sarah T use QUITE often. This term usually bugs me. I'm not quite sure why. Maybe it's just because of the excessive use. However, I feel it appropriately describes how I've felt as of late. I feel like very much like a “Bo$$”.
Let me explain myself.
I reigned victorious in the battle against an army of sugar ants that staged an attack on the apartment. They have retreated, and hopefully surrendered. I have Home Defense pest control and Terro in my arsenal, just in case.
I’m showing up to work early, if not on time, WITH homemade lunch in hand. I’m planning it just right so that I will just beat the traffic. Even if I do find myself in traffic, I leave with enough time to make allowances for such annoyances.
Back to that homemade food. We still do not have a microwave in this apartment, so I have been cooking all of my meals. Even when reheating meals, I have to warm them in the oven or on the stove. WHAT. That’s right. Just call me Laura Ingalls.
Let’s revisit the subject of the absent microwave. Microwaves are convenient for pre-made meals. Stoves are great for fresh food. Daily dose of fruits and veggies--> in my belly. I’m feeling extra healthy now that my food is so fresh and so clean.
Why I am talking in subtle Ebonics and pop cultural references? It’s the money signs I guess. They set me off.
I am also SUPER excited because I just finished doing laundry. Don’t make fun. Let me finish my thought. This is the first time in TWO YEARS that I have been able to do laundry for free! OK, it’s not really for free. I’m still paying for water and electricity and detergent… the point is that I am not paying out of pocket just to do my laundry! I used to have to drag my laundry home or to a friend’s house in order to have this luxury. New apartment, I’m falling in love with you all over again.
I also just made a super great playlist on my iTunes. I titled it “You Go Girl”. It’s still a work in progress, so if you have any ideas for songs that MUST be added, just let me know!
I feel super confident right now. This NEVER happens. I keep getting tempted to think about all the reasons I shouldn’t be confident. I’m not letting myself second-guess myself. Just for once, I’m going to feel like a Bo$$.
I’m not going to think about money. I’m not going to think about my lack of a significant other (ugh, what a term). I’m not going to think about pressure from family, work, or school. I’m not going to think about how I’m still not totally unpacked. I’m not going to feel guilty for watching two movies in one day. In fact, I’ll feel great about it because they were library movies. I became more cultured… for free.
Today, I’m just going to be confident.
"You Go Girl" Playlist thus far:
"Uptown Girl" by Bill Joel
"Three Times A Lady" by Lionel Richie
"More Than A Woman" Bee Gees
"The Lady Is A Tramp" by Frank Sinatra
"Miss Independent" by Kelly Clarkson
"Survivor" by Destiny's Child
"Hand In My Pocket" by Alanis Morissette
"She's Always A Woman" by Billy Joel
"That's A Woman" by Celtic Thunder
"When A Man Loves A Woman" by Percy Sledge
"Who Is This Woman?" by Paul Wright
"Respect" by Aretha Franklin
"You Don't Own Me" by Leslie Gore
"I Am Changing" by Jennifer Holliday
"Man! I Feel Like A Woman!" by Shania Twain
"Miss Independent" by Ne-Yo
"Wind Beneath My Wings" by Bette Midler
"You Raise Me Up" by Celtic Thunder (her voice is glorious)
"Big Girl (You Are Beautiful)" by Mika
"Daddy's Little Girl" by The Mills Brothers
"Girls Just Want To Have Fun" by Cyndi Lauper
"That Kinda Girl" by dcTalk
"I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor
"Big, Blonde, and Beautiful" by Queen Latifah
3 comments:
LOVE the Laura Igells reference and that playlist and this whole blog is just amazing. One thing though... I would like to point out that I too say BO$$. And have spelled it that way many a time. Maybe I have begun to say it less? Or maybe you have become so desensitized to it? Idk. You pick. Either way, you're awesome and I'm glad to call you friend.
GOOSEBERRY FALLS.
Oh, Kimber. I cannot wait to see your apartment! :D Also, as far as the ant problem goes, try something called "Ant-Kill". It has a simple, straightforward name, but it's literally the most effective thing on the planet. You can get it at Publix!
Anyway, great post. It's nice to hear from you, and I can't wait to have dinner with you guys on FRIDAY night at KONA.
:D
Sarah: Thanks! :)
I think I'm just used to Kyle and Angie's overkill of the term from last semester. I'll change the blog and add your name if that will suffice. No offense was meant, my dear. I'm also glad to call you "friend".
Kyle: Wha...?
Oh, Kyle. I can't wait for you to see it! Whoa. Deja vu. I'll keep that in mind. There's a Publix a couple blocks away, so that would mighty convenient. Thanks, man. OH my GOSH! Yay! I can't wait!
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