Celebrities (In General)

Late last night I was on the Henry Cavill fan website. Now, let me clarify, I am not a fan, and while that sounds bad, it's only because I have never actually seen his work. I have a distant, fringe and very minor knowledge of him and was just being nosy. It was 1:00 am and I wasn't up to cerebral stuff. Anyway, just to read forum posts you have to join. Great, just to be nosy I had to join a fan website...never done that before. So, I'm reading about Henry's engagement being debunked and all kinds of speculation about his current and past girlfriends, whether she's from New Zealand, one of the two blondes he's posing with, or even his co-star in his upcoming movie or even if he is gay or not. Now the engagement rumor came from an obscure (sorry, no offense) blog, which was referred to by the "debunker". I had found out recently that people actually have "alerts" so they will know whenever anything referring to selected celebrities get posted and I thought it was crazy that anyone would do that. I mean isn't there anything more important to learn about. But I digress... apparently it's true. How else would that reference show up on this celebrity fan forum? Good Lord people, get a life!!! At one in the morning I was zoning out and just waiting for the caffeine to wind down so I can go to sleep so mindless surfing of the internet didn't seem too crazy. In the light of morning I realize that people do this all the time. With the endless posts analyzing who his girlfriend is/was/could be/should be, if he looks better in a suit/short hair/long hair, etc I have to admit that I feel quite sorry for the fellow. References were made that he is quite private and is keeping his love life under wraps. Well, duh!
I had noticed the same dissecting of another person's love life on his fan's website (I have only been to 2) and I have to tell you that I really feel sorry for celebrities. They have no privacy and are under constant scrutiny. It is difficult enough to be scrutinized from every angle while on a set filming, much less having it done to you just posing for regular fan photos. The other fan site actually has people who notice how many times the singer actually wears a certain type of shoe on stage...I mean give me a break! Shoes people!! Please put your energies to more worthwhile endeavors and realize that while their careers put them in the public eye speculating on every little thing they do only will make them more reclusive...and wary and distrustful of people. That is so not fair to them. Privacy is a good thing.
I will admit to celebrity lusting when I was younger. I was going to be Mrs. George Michael....don't know how I went so wrong with that one...lol I bought every teen magazine with his photo in it and collected everything he was remotely attached to. But I grew out of it!!!

My son wants to get into the industry as well and the lack of privacy is the one thing I am concerned about. Please, just let the people live their lives without constant scrutiny, and psycho analysis of every little pose, smile (fake, real, happy, etc), piece of clothing, shoes worn, etc. Women, please, if you're that bored, volunteer or get a worthwhile hobby. Celebrity stalking, even if from a distance, is NOT a hobby. Just because someone was born with a pretty face or a special ability doesn't make them any different from your next door neighbor or co-worker. Introduce yourself to your neighbor... or better yet, make them a cake and bring it over... Wouldn't the world be a better place if we all did that.... And you never know who may have moved in next door, could be the future love of your life... Don't miss out because you were so busy obsessing over the unattainable.

Clothes Shopping

Today I had finally reached the end of my clothing wardrobe and finally went clothes shopping. And yes, I came home as I do every time, with absolutely NOTHING. I either need to be a pygmy or a twig for these clothes to fit me, and I am neither. Not one skirt or dress that wouldn't um, barely cover the basics. So, let's look at tops. As I mentioned in a previous blog, I am a bit overdeveloped in certain areas. A large would fit fine, except it can't get over those areas. Material stretches to the point that I think the shirt is in pain and will start calling for help at any moment. So we move to an extra large. Well, yes, it covers fine up top, but now I look pregnant because it just hangs down. So for all of you out there considering an enhancement, and yes I mean you...:)...think about the long reaching effects. You can never shop normally again. You will leave the stores frustrated, aggravated, and once again, clothesless. All the sit ups in the world will not reduce them. Just remember, the clothes hang from the outermost parts... think about it. And my wardrobe remains the same...again... Well, tomorrow is another day.

38DD

I don't quite know how to react to the 38DD. Let me backtrack..... I went shopping for a piece of apparel that only women would really require. Hence the 38DD. Yes, I'm sure men are not to disappointed at such dimensions, but speaking from a woman's perspective I'm not overly thrilled. Thanks Mei, for stating (even before knowing the actual figures) that I'm "full-figured". It is extremely disconcerting to realize I'm quite the size I am. I am in the phase of my life where I'd really like to lose some weight. I've come to realize that no matter how much weight I actually lose I'll always be in a large or extra large size, due to the bust line. It starts at the top and drops down. I can try to squeeze into something smaller after I've lost a few pounds (which I have actually done), yet the buttons up top are screaming bloody murder. It's very disappointing to lost 5+ pounds and not a thing has changed in the upper area. A friend of mine is contemplating breast enhancement. I am looking for the reduction. Unfortunately, she is not willing to meet me half way....lol. Men think larger is better, but speaking from the woman's perspective it's not all that great. Hmmm, think I've figured out where the back ache is coming from. And my mother, a 34B, is extremely confused. Of course, my husband is taking full credit...all I want is to be a size Medium. Here's hoping that someday my dream will come true..... it's only one of many, but at least one would work for now..........

Rats

Tonight is the first night back into the bedrooom, and needless to say I'm pretty jumpy. A couple nights ago not only did I hear them I also saw them, rats partying in my bedroom. Now, I know they are supposed to be sacred in India, but well, the fact is, I'm not in India, and I'm not so pleased to be sharing my space with them. I moved in with my son who is 10. He was not overly thrilled but adjusted for the two nights. Now, let's imagine a queen mattress, holding a 10 year old, a 2 1/2 year old, one adult and the dog. That's right 1 +1+1+1= no sleep. The last time I had any kind of interaction with a rat was when I was 19 years old and working for a grocery store. I needed to bale some bread (and before Mei writes in to say how much the refugees could have used the food, let me acknowledge right now that I totally agree with her). (Grocery stores just dump expiring food into the dumpster). I threw back the cover and some very large rodents jumped out. Now, let's reflect, I'm 19 and really, really blonde. I was told that my screams brought people running from the other side of the store. All I know is that the janitor came running and told me later that the problem was taken care of. Where is my janitor now that I need him. I am ahem, a few years older, and hopefully infinitely wiser, but I still have to admit, that sharing such a confined space with the rodent population is not something I am really into doing right now. I'm hoping that they are not coming to avenge their family. I've heard that payback is a bitch, but really, do you all have that long a memory.....Here's to cats and traps. I'm hoping they do their job....in a big way.

Super Power

Last week I filled out an ultimate survey. One of the questions was "if you had a superpower what would it be." I believe I answered something like knowing what was in the future. After thinking on it for a while, I need to change my answer. I want my superpower to be - making people happy. Without going into politics, the founding fathers created the Constitution with the right of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Yet, so many people in the world are unhappy. If I could wave my magic want I would make people happy. Can you imagine what a great place this would be. The world would be so different. Happiness - sounds simple, and is something we all want to have, yet so few people I know (and yes, that includes me) are happy. Now I am not saying that we all wallow in unhappiness, but the stresses, pressures, and just everyday life gets in the way of allowing us the opportunity to just sit back and enjoy the happinesses in our life. So for any of you of who are unhappy, I just wish I could make things better for you and fix it. To those I know, know I am thinking about you and wishing you good thoughts. To others, please accept my wishes for a better for you. And if all else fails, find a good bartender...

One Decade Down

Hard to believe...my baby turned 10 today. A totally new chapter begins in our lives today. No longer a child, now in double digits. A pre-teen... Soon he will no longer have child issues. He'll have more complicated problems for me to solve. Those that aren't as easily solved by a kiss and an I love you. Although, knowing him, he'll always take them. Now agewise, I could technically have older children, but I don't. So having a ten year old makes me feel old. He's been a great child so far; I can only pray that it continues. So, as we move into the next decade of his life, one probably with the most changes, I say "strap on your seatbelts, it could be a bumpy ride." 10 years, junior high, he's growing up fast. Wish you could stop time and just keep them your "baby" forever. You want to shelter them and protect them from any hurts that of course come with growing up. All you can do is be there and guide them. Hope I do a good job.

Lightbulb Moment

Have you ever had one of those lightbulb moments? Today I had one. I was on the phone with my husband and he made a statement. Things finally clicked in my head as to where he was coming from. When you haven't been around someone for a few weeks it is difficult to comprehend things via short phone conversations. Especially when he and I are constantly surrounded by people. And, by the way, I hate that bluetooth stuff. Makes him sound like he's in a wind tunnel and I miss probably 50% of what he's saying. After he made his statement, which was in reality not big and momentus, just a passing comment, I finally got it. I had been wondering what he had been thinking and planning. He had not been brought up to speed on new developments and had been working on things from a different angle... Guess there is a parallel universe. We're travelling in the same direction only parallel to each other not with each other. Hopefully we can get back on the same planet and be able to be on the same track (even the same town would be good right now). Oh well, just one of those odd moments when you finally go "I got it". It may be that you don't agree, disagree or even understand it. You just got insight into another person's line of thought. Just getting that is enough for me...