Newspaper funnies!
Current mood: full

At work, we get the Wall Street Journal every day.  Sometimes, I'll notice a picture or something that makes me chuckle.  I saved a few of em' so I could share them in my blog at some point.  Here they are:



This article caught my eye first because it looked like a cosplayer in the picture, then I noticed it mentioned Lucky Star, an anime I adored (at the time, I don't think it even had a US release).  What really got me was that this was in the Wall Street Fucking Journal.  Must have been a really, REALLY slow news day for em'.  It was on the front page, no less.



I'm not even sure why I find this one so funny.  It's like she's just popping up out of fucking nowhere.  Like a damn witch.



This picture requires no explanation whatsoever.  I have a dirty mind.




In other news, I just uploaded a shit-ton of pictures.  A bunch of doodles from high-school onward, and a few drawings friends made for me for my someday-might-exist comic "The Legend of the Kokric."  Check em' out and tell me what you think.

Currently listening : Buffy the Vampire Slayer - Once More, with Feeling By Various Artists Release date: 2002-09-24

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Yeah! We got the beat!
Current mood: sleepy

Tonight, this really cuuute guy came up to the front desk to ask for some towels.  He got em', then left.  Soon after, he called back to the desk asking if we had any hair brushes or combs.  I told him we had a hair brush, but it was almost five bucks (hotel tax, natch).  He said that was cool, then came down.  He put the brush on his room, then went and looked at the stuff in the market.  He then started to walk away and said "I was just checking to see if you had any pink ones."  I was flabbergasted to say the least.  There was no way he could actually be...could he?  Turns out, nope.  He walked back out later with some chick at his side.  It's kind of sad.  I don't even care if a guy never flirts with me at this point.  But maybe seeing one other gay dude in the flesh would make me feel a little less crazy, you know?  I really need to get out more.

I've been pretty wiped lately.  The last few days, all I've done is sleep and work.  It started with my allergies.  I really didn't feel like doing anything at all (getting out of bed and showering is a chore when you can't breathe that well).  The other day, I picked up some Zyrtek, which helped a lot, but makes me uber-drowsy.  I got home about 8 this morning, was in bed a little after nine, then didn't wake up until 9:30 (after resetting my clock 4 times).  This is no way to live.

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An update blog.
Current mood: busy

So, my readership seems to have DOUBLED lately (It went from six to twelve!  Or something like that).  Yeah, practically everyone I work with reads my blogs now.  How do I respond?  By buckling under the pressure.  I haven't written anything all week.  Even my Pink Kryptonite postings have been late. 

This would be the part where I talk about how I've been depressed and haven't felt creative at all.  But, the damnedest thing happened tonight.  I cheered the fuck up.  The last couple of nights have been those type of "If ONE MORE person walks up to this desk" kind of nights, and tonight's pretty much the same (people constantly in and out), but for whatever reason I don't mind as much.

When I walked in to work tonight, Tina (our scheduler.  Schedul-ee?  Schedule person?  Whatever) was asking me about next week, since I had requested days off (I've got friends coming up and I thought I could use the days off to re-energize as well).  After that, she told me that Renee (my boss) told her to ask me if I wanted off for that Alanis concert.  I had almost forgotten about mentioning it in the last blog.  I was not too worried about it, since I had already requested the weekend off (and to be perfectly honest, I only know about three of her songs anyway).  It was a bit shocking, because it was kind of a throwaway comment in that last blog.  But, my boss took it to heart and made the effort to see if we could pull that off.  How many people can say that?  Most places, you have to BEG someone to switch a shifts with you (even if your mother's dying or something) or to ask for a day off, but here we have a really nice flow.  Hell, how many other people can honestly say they even LIKE their co-workers?  It's weird, I wasn't even bummed out because of my job or anything, but knowing my boss thought enough of me to tell me to ask for the day off, and knowing that my co-workers feel the same way....well, it kinda made my night.  Thanks guys.

Now I've gotta figure out what to do with all the extra time I'm gonna have on my little vacation.  There have been some other friends I've been trying to get together with for a while now, and each time plans get shot for various reasons.  I've also been wanting to book a motel room for a night or two and try to crank out an actual script or something.  There's also....THE EDGE OF MADNESS.  Needless to say, I don't think it will be a boring week. 

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Roach hotel! (not really)
Current mood: stressed

Holy shit, this night is bus-ay!  There was some band playing at the casino, and they're staying here.  They come in and out a lot, and one of em' asked me what good bars were around here.  Poor guy.  I'm SO the wrong person to ask.  Maybe I should get out more?  Nah, I hate people. 

My houseman didn't show up tonight, so it's been extra crazy.  Naturally, I've gotten phone calls non-stop.  Some chick called to complain that her iPod wouldn't work with the radio in the room (it's supposed to have a connection slot), so she wanted me to bring her a new one.  I asked if she just wanted me to take a look at it (I know from experience what a bitch programming the things can be), and she just whined that she wanted a new one.  There wasn't an extra one in the back, so she asked me if I could trade it out with one in another room.  I figured it wouldn't be a big deal (thinking the phone calls, walk-ups would die down soon).  Well, I got busy doing other stuff, when someone else called up.  It was an old man saying "I wish to report a domestic disturbance."  Apparently, someone a few rooms down was being way too loud.  I told him I'd tell them to keep it down (knowing it would take me forever to find time to walk over there).  Luckily, I looked at his room number and it was just a couple down from the chick that had just called (there were a lot of people talking in the background when she called me).  She eventually called me back and I told her that I didn't have anyone to bring the thing too her (I couldn't accuse her of noise sense I hadn't went down the hallway yet to check), but she said that she was leaving anyway and asked if I could try to get it in there before they came back.    Two birds, one stone.  I'm not going to bother putting the thing in there because I'm sure they were the ones making the noise (got REALLY quiet when they left), and a blasting iPod would probably just contribute.  I'll just tell her that I've been too busy to do anything about it (I more or less have) and hope she just wants to go to bed anyway.  Oh, and someone threw up on the second floor.  I've been trying to look for cleaning solution or something, but every time I do, someone walks in.  Stupid carpet floors.

I've seen a LOT of frat guys come in tonight carrying beer bottles.  I can almost TASTE the bro rape.  Er....nevermind.

I just found out the casino's gonna be hosting Alanis Morrissette soon.  Alanis fucking Morrissette.  I doubt I get a chance to go to the show, but maybe I'll get lucky and they'll book her here.  Maybe I'll have the guts to say "You were the bomb in Dogma, yo!"  ....How many times am I gonna overuse that joke?


Edit:  Turns out, the houseman was here the entire time.  Apparently, our walkie talkies suuuuck.  I think I scared him a bit, because of how happy I was to see him.  XP

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Diet. Day one. Maybe.
Current mood: crazy

So, I kinda started my diet today.  I grabbed a grilled chicken sammich on my way home, then had chicken and dumplings before I left for work.  Yeah, I know it's not the healthiest thing ever, but fuck you.  I love dumplings.  Baby steps, man.  Anyway, I think I'm cutting out all red meat and chocolate, to start off with.  It should be pretty easy, because I prefer chicken anyway and I only eat chocolate when it's around (not something I go out and actively buy).  Next time my mom buys a pack of Hershey's miniatures, I will NOT grab a glass of milk and tear their tiny wrappers off.  I will instead say "fuck you delicious morsels!" and go about my day. 

When I got to work, one of my co-workers had left a package of chewy Chips Ahoy cookies in the back office.  I'm trying hard not to give in to temptation.  Nice try, God!

It is now 1AM and only now hitting a bit of a calm.  From the time I got here to now, it's been non-stop customers and phone calls.  I didn't even get to count one of my cash drawers until midnight.  Normally I get that out of the way before or shortly after my relief leaves.  Speaking of which, they didn't even get to bolt until after 11:30.  I know my boss is gonna get chewed out for overtime, but the fucking corporate douchebags need to realize that having more then one person here past twelve is almost a necessity on Fridays and Saturdays.  Cheap-asses.

I realize that most people outside my co-workers won't find that last paragraph very interesting.  That's ok.  I wrote it for US, guys.  Group hug?

I actually do have a little more stuff to type out, but I think I'll save that for the next blog or two.

In other news, I'm doing my first interview ever at Pink Kryptonite.  It's with a anime voice actor.  Should be a good read.  I'll be sure to link it when it's done.

Peace out.
-Lee




Wait...why the hell did I put a signature there?  Whatever.

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This blog is disgusting (fair warning)
Current mood: sick

You ever eat sooo much you think you're gonna be sick?  I did that today, only I WAS sick.  Immediately after eating the last bite of spaghetti (it's always spaghetti that does this too), my stomach was in knots.  I went to being full, but still eating to OHMYGODITHINKIMAYBEDYING in less then a minute.  I could hardly move, but I tried to walk it off.  I loosened my pants and tried bending over (making myself belch), which made it worse.  It literally felt like I was about to pop.  I had just gotten off the shitter less then an hour beforehand, but it seemed like the place I needed to be.  Like it was my destiny.  My mom was in there though, so destiny had to wait.  I walked around outside, almost ALMOST contemplating doing the deed out in the back (keep in mind I live in a pretty open area, so any one of my three neighbors would just have to peek around a corner and spot something...amiss).  I paced back and forth for a while.  My chest started hurting.  Several thoughts ran through my mind.  You know those urban legends you hear about people being so stopped up they wind up shitting out of their mouth?  I thought this was happening to me.  Finally, my mom evacuated the bathroom.  I got in there, and thought about dropping trou....but then realized that's NOT what was about to happen here.  My mouth exploded like a volcano.  Pasta was all over the floor.  Probably the nastiest thing I've ever smelt/seen/tasted (I warned you). 

I'm still kind of getting over it.  At least I don't think I'm calling out to Elizabeth anymore (It wasn't the big one, thank God).  The moral of all this?  I'm a fat fuck.  I've known this for years now, and haven't really cared.  I'm happy to be fat, it means I don't have to bother working out or eating crap I don't like.  However, I enjoy living and I also enjoy not having my food come back to haunt me.  Methinks I'm going to REALLY try to stick to one meal a day.  I have a serious problem with eating when I'm not hungry.  If there's food in front of me, I'll eat it.  I just like having things in my mouth (no jokes please, as they are too easy to make).  I'll try just drinking things.  Maybe invest in some gum. 

I could probably use help with this too.  Feel free to ask me how I'm doing.  Things like "Hey fatty, how many meals have you consumed today?  You're looking a little bloated.  Even by morbidly obese standards" are not only welcome.  They're ENCOURAGED.

Currently listening : OK Computer By Radiohead Release date: 1997-07-01

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Hot Topic is NOT punk rock.

I finally got Rock Band.  Well, Rock Band 2 to be precise.  I picked up the first copy used, so I could get the songs off of it and put in the thrilling sequel.  Then I returned it and picked up said sequel.  I love Harmonix, for they save me money.  I didn't bother getting the whole set, just a used guitar and mic.  Maybe I'll get the drums and another keytar when I have more people to play that don't already own the game (see: Misty and Branden).  As far as the new game goes, it's fucking amazing.  I haven't fallen in love with songs this much since Guitar Hero 2.  That's what I love about these games, you've got the songs you can pick up and play, then you've got the really awesome undiscovered shit you grow to adore.  And who knew I would actually LIKE a Guns N Roses song? 

Unfortunately, since I finally bought a new game for my 360, it decided to do what every 360 does whenever someone buys a really anticipated game for it.  It dies.  Well, not quite.  I haven't received the Red Ring of Death yet, but I'm getting the warning signs.  The best one is when I try to play a game I've downloaded and it gives me a disc read error (there's no disc in the drive).

Work's been ok, I suppose.  We started getting busy again, which always sucks.  But, at least it gives me something to write about.  One guy called down to complain that "there's porn on my tv!"  Yes, he was actually complaining about it.  I guess it got ordered by mistake or something?  ....which is technically impossible on our tv's because you have to go through 12 menus to order anything.

I'm really beat.  I've been sleeping all day when I get home from work, and not waking up until it's time to get ready again.  I think because my allergies have been kicking in.  Last night, I would sneeze for a few minutes at a time.  Whenever I sneezed, I felt it throughout my entire body.  Really sucked.  I was scheduled to get off at seven, but my relief wasn't scheduled until seven thirty.  I normally don't care if I have to stay a little late, but I felt so bad I texted them and asked if they could come in early.  Thankfully, one of em' got it and they did.  Thanks Daisy!  (If you're reading this)

Heroes comes back on tomorrow.  I have my clock set so I can wake up just in time to watch it.  I won't be doing my weekly rants here anymore.  Instead, I'm moving them over to Pink Kryptonite.   Look for them Monday-Wednesday nights (depends on when I'm able to watch the show.  I really need Tivo.)

And if you were wondering about the blog title, I've had this song stuck in my head all day.

Currently listening : The Laptop By MC Lars Release date: 2004-07-27

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Bathroom humor
Current mood: bored

Why do people make such a big fuss over washing your hands after using the bathroom?  If you piss on your hands, sure, clean that shit off.  But, you're just touching skin anyway.  Do you wash your hands every time you scratch your face?  Or fix your hair?  Or dig in your ass?  Er...maybe the last one is ok too.

This is strictly from a male perspective though.  I don't see that many men complaining that their girlfriend didn't wash her hands after taking a tinkle.  I mean, are people afraid of dick germs?  Like if I don't wash and then shake your hand, you might suddenly grow testicles there?  Come on people.  Our cocks are probably cleaner then your hands!  Think about it.  You rarely see someone try to fuck a doorknob.  And we all KNOW how germ infested those are.  Yet, we grab on to those daily. 

And I can't speak for other guys, but I keep my downstairs mix-up CLEAN.  After all, you never know when someone may want to give you a blowjob!  Handjobs are out, though....unless he washes his hands first.

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In an effort to avoid oversatruating my blog with hotel talk, here’s some quizzes!
Current mood: anxious

Stole these from Mikey.


Last person...

1 You hung out with?
John, Eddie, and Krissy

2 Last person you text?
Jay

3 You were in a car with?
John

4 Went to the movies with?
Hm....Was it when I saw the Dark Knight with John, Eddie and Krissy?  I can't remember.

5 Went to the mall with?
John, Misty, and Branden.  Lafayette mall is awesome....when it's not evacuated.  There weren't even any zombies!

6 Person you talked on the phone with?
I think when Emily called to make sure she didn't have to fill in for me last night.


8 You messaged on MySpace?
Misty, I think.

9 You talked to?
Some guest.  She walked up to the desk acting kinda angry...then just asked me what time breakfast started.

GODDAMMIT.  I said I wasn't gonna mention the hotel.

10 Person you cuddled with?
My stuffed Sonic the Hedgehog.  I noticed it laying in the corner when I cleaned my room not too long ago.  So I hugged it and whispered "I love you Jaleel White."

11 You miss?
Rudy.  He helps keep me sane at night.
__________________________________________

T/F Only answer with True or False!

Q: Like someone?
True.

Q: Kissed someone on your top friends?
True. 

Q: Been arrested?
False

Q: Been searched?
True. 

Q: Been suspended from school?
False

Q: Sat on a roof top?
False.

Q: Been pushed into a pool with all your clothes on?
False

Q: Broken a bone?
True

Q: Have shaved your head?
False.

Q: Played a prank on someone?
True

Q: Had/have a gym membership?
False

Q: Shot a gun?
*sighs* True...

Q: Donated Blood?
False.

_____________________________
WOULD YOU RATHER

1 Eat or drink?
Drink.

2 Be serious or be funny?
Funny

3 Drink whole milk or skimmed milk?
Whole

4 Die in a fire or die getting shot?
Both would be slow and painful.....but I if I died in a fire they'd have no choice but to cremate me.  Let's go with fire.
_______________________________
ANSWER TRUTHFULLY

1 Sun or moon?
Moon

2 Winter or fall?
Winter

3 Left or right?
Right

4 Black and white or colored?
I thought colored meant black.  Er...I'm not racist.

5 Where do you live?
Hell.

6 Do you wanna get married?
Not especially.


_____________________
IN THE LAST WEEK HAVE YOU

1 Been kissed by someone?
No.


2 Been hugged by someone?
Not that I can remember.


3 Been poked by someone?
Like in the butt?


____________________________________

Are you cheating on someone right now?
Yes.  I'm cheating on my left hand.



What are you excited for?
I get to go pick up Rock Band 2 tomorrow! 


...I'm such a dork.


What do you want right now?
I want to be home, playing Rock Band.



Are your parents divorced?
Nope.  They're unhappily married. 

I kid, I kid.



What all have you done today?
Woke up late, surfed the web, then played Rock Band until I absolutely had to start getting ready for work.  Now I'm at work, hoping I don't have to confront a guest for smoking in the room.



What were you doing five o'clock this morning?
Working, or surfing the web.


Do you fall for people easily?
Kinda.  I am a sucker for a cute face.


Would you ever get a tattoo?
Hopefully.


What's your mood?
Impatient.


If you took a drug test, would you pass it?
I would fail, for I have not taken any drugs.


Did you enjoy your weekend?
Well, I worked through it, so no.   Looking forward to Monday, actually.


Do you regret doing something today?
Waking up.  XD


Are you slowly drifting away from someone?
Mikey put "Friends. Everyday."  I'd have to agree.


Who is the last person you told a secret to?
I can't say that I really keep secrets.  I just bottle up emotions.


What's irritating you right now?
I'm ready for this fucking night to be over with.


Are you going to be home alone tonight?
I'm not even home MYSELF tonight.


Who else is in the room with you?
Noone at the moment.


Do you wish you were somewhere else right now?
Very much, yes.


How long can you go without your mobile phone?
I think my mom would miss it more then I would. 


What are you doing tomorrow?
Playing Rock Band 2 all fucking night long.  Lee needs to get his groove on.


Who was the last person in your room besides family?
John.

Could you go out in public looking like you do now?
I am in public, more or less.


Do you like your music loud or at a reasonable level?
Reasonably loud.


Who were the last 4 texts messages you received from?
I think they were all from Jay. 

Next vacation you're going on?
Not sure.  Thinking about renting out a motel room so I can finally get some writing done.  We'll see.

Do you like scary movies?
Yeah.


What is the last item you were given by someone? When?
John give me his discount at Gamestop a few days ago.


Would you rather stay home all day, or be out and about?
REALLY depends on my mood.


Last thing you purchased?
A Dr. Pepper from work.  Two dollars and eighteen cents.  Insane, I know.


Do you keep your closet organized?
Not really.  The top of it has all my VHS movies organized, then all my shirts are hanging up. But at the bottom, there's a shit-ton of boxes and stuff that were just thrown back there.


How do you make headaches go away?
Sleep/BC/Masturbation.


What movie are you waiting to see in theaters?
The motherfucking Watchmen.


Have you played on the Wii yet?
Yeah.  It's pretty underwhelming.  Hardly a "Revolution."


How many piercings do you have?
One in my left ear.

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Hotel Anecdotes
Current mood: bored

I just had a guy bring up a Payday-like granola bar up to the desk and ask me "How much for this sweet and salty one?"  It took everything I had not to giggle like a little girl.

Last night, a lady called to complain that a guest was snoring too loud in the room next to her.  I offered to move her, but she said "I have too much stuff to pack up to move now."  It seemed like she wanted me to tell the guest not to snore so loud.  I think she actually used the expression "Well, I never..." a couple of times. 

Today I got my first progress report for working over 90 days or whatever.  Honestly, I didn't even know the hotel did that.  The very idea of having someone rate you based on individual performances seems really silly to me (especially since no one's ever even here to watch me work).  I think I got a 3 out of 5, which seems to be what everyone else got.  I still suck at accounting, and I don't think that's gonna change.  I just hope I can keep faking it until something else comes along (or they get a computer system that doesn't still use DOS).  Now, I've gotta bring it home for my mom to sign.  I hope she doesn't ground me!

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