Tag Archives: Stick
Geek Jack-O-Lanterns
This Weburbanist list of geek pumpkins includes a Death Star jack-o-lantern, Mario, and ends with Stick and my classics pumpkins from 2004!!! The photos of really artistic carvings make my Minoan octopus and Stick’s Greek helmet look not-so-good, but we … Continue reading
Goldfish
“Have you seen my phone?” Stick asked me as we were getting ready to leave this morning. “I can’t find it anywhere.” “No.” I said. We looked around the apartment, while Stick mumbled incoherently about having it just a moment … Continue reading
Soul Gems
Note: As you read this post, please imagine Stick shouting “Trickertreat!” every few minutes in the background. I saw this over on Suburban Turmoil, aptly titled “Best. News Release. Ever.” Monster Mash Singer’s Daughter Turns His Cremated Remains into a … Continue reading
Swedish Fish
According to Stick, it’s ok to eat all the Halloween candy if he says “Trick or treat” while doing so. I wonder if I should buy a second bag so our real trick-or-treaters can have some.
Everyday Expressions
When I first went to Yantai, I imagined I’d come home and slip effortlessly into fluent Mandarin to quote ancient Chinese wisdom. Fortunately for people who have to put up with me, that didn’t happen. A few characters have somehow … Continue reading
Legally Southern
I got my North Carolina driver’s license yesterday. I just can’t get over how polite and friendly people are here, even in the DMV. It was still a long process, partly because nothing n North Carolina moves quickly, and partly … Continue reading
A Different Lens
Last night Stick and I hung pictures in our new apartment, which really means that I framed some of our China photos and artwork, arranged them artistically on the floor and told him I wanted them like that, only on … Continue reading
Sabado Gigante
Hey, anyone want to see Stick proposing to me on Spanish TV?
Getting Older
Stick: … and we should get some coasters. Meg: I don’t think we’re really coaster people. Stick: Yes, but I’d like to be.
Voter Registration
Today I called to find out where I go to register to vote (there are voter registration drives all over the place but I always see them when I’m in hurrying to class or to pick up Stick) and I … Continue reading
