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June 25, 2007
The Good Book, Chapters 1-4 (a) and (b)
1.
I was worried about Brenda Leigh Johnson. Her show ROCKS, but I have been deeply worried that she was not treating her man Fritzie right and that he couldn't handle her and would high-tail it and leave her and Kitty all alone. YES I KNOW I AM WORRIED DEEPLY ABOUT A TV CHARCTER'S LOVE LIFE. AND THE FATE OF HER CAT. I feel much better after tonight's episode, however, whew!
I am still worried that Brenda Leigh was chomping on some Keebler's whatnots, which turned out to be the sponsor of the show and received a very weird 30-second close-up, but I am trying to ignore the scourge of product placement infecting all shows I love. (sniff).
2.
I think I might purchase a pair of Tevas, and I am a little scared. I HATE TEVAS. I have told you about The Teva Gauntlet, thrown down on my last vacation with The Boy. But damn, if those REALLY UGLY mofos aren't convenient for crossing streams and hiking, which I'll be doing in a month in Brazil/Argentina, woohoo! This doesn't mean I've lost all sense of chic, right? Right? I'm comforting myself with the thought that I'll find some cute teva-equivalents. Jeebus.
3.
On Saturday I went over to Laurie's for a low-key, belated birthday celebration with her and Amber. And it was wonderful, not only because it was nice to realize there is life beyond studying for the bar, but also because it's so nice to sit down with women you love, with some green chile tamales (thanks, Amber!), and talk about IMPORTANT STUFF. To have conversations you won't forget because they are REAL, about love, tv, life, and sex and everything we all yearn to talk about all day long. The best.
4.
What was also cool is that Laurie sent me home with some fresh basil and thyme from her garden, which spiced my eggs and home fries the next morning, and also: HER BOOK.
I started to read her book this evening. I had planned to just take in a chapter or so during the commercials of The Closer. I paused the DVR when I hadn't finished a chapter at the end of the commercial, and next thing I knew I was at p. 79. And I already know how it turns out! I know almost every turn of the story! I was there! Yet I found it riveting.
It's really weird to realize that, while you have known that your best friend is an amazing writer (b/c you read her blog every day), she can write A BOOK. A GOOD BOOK. That you can't put down.
It's also weird (in a good way) to see on paper the role that you play in someone's life, even when you were just doing what came natural at the time.
It reminds me of how my one of my best high school friends Tina and her college roommate Anita, came to visit me when I lived in NY. Anita was there to interview for the Soros fellowship, which pays all of your law school expenses. When Tina and Anita asked, I was like, sure! of course come stay with me! It will be fun! I had no idea what a difference this made in Anita's life (she got the scholarship, she's awesome that way) until years later, when she referred to it in a way that conveyed the importance of the weekend, while for me it was like, THANK G-D, someone I know in NY! It made me so happy to realize later that I'd played a role in someone's pivotal life moment.
Thus, two lessons learned (and I'm only on p. 79!):
a. Even someone that you've known for years is amazingly talented can still surprise you with the depth of that talent.
b. The little things that mean something to you? Can mean everything to someone else. Life is awesome that way.
Posted by jen at June 25, 2007 10:58 PM
Comments
I must remember to order a copy of the book. And when you say "Teva," I think of my mom and her friends. They swear by them for traipsing the cobblestone streets of Mexico.
Posted by: Dagny at June 26, 2007 06:25 AM
Get Chacos not Tevas. They are just as ugly, or maybe slightly less because of the color choices, but they are more comfortable and every strap is adjustable. They also probably cost 20% more but if you are hiking in a mountain stream it is totally worth it.
My foot got stuck between a rowboat and our tourboat in Brazil and the sandal saved me from a broken foot in a foreign country.
Posted by: Nia at June 26, 2007 06:31 AM
Okay...I own a pair of Tevas. But I bought them for a camping trip. I don't wear them out to the grocery store. So my feeling is that Tevas are perfectly acceptable for use in nature, but are best left in the back of your closet at all other times. They do have some cute-like colors now too.
Posted by: Kaitie Tee at June 26, 2007 06:36 AM
I have friends in my life that this post reminds me how much they mean to me and how much I mean to them. I am anxiously awaiting Laurie's book even more now.
/hugs
Posted by: Angie at June 26, 2007 07:54 AM
In the "Starter Wife" Debra Messing has these monologues where she is talking to herself about stuff while she takes off her make up. Oh, and she just happens to be taking off her make up with Pond's wipes. Because the Starter Wife is brought to you by Pond's. AACK.
I can't wait to read Laurie's book!
Posted by: Librarian Girl at June 26, 2007 10:31 AM
dude you are hilarious. i was soooo worried about #1 as well!! totally! he is my fave TV boyfriend right now.
and i think tevas are kinda lame. what about some of those things from lands end or one of those stores that look like some sort of cross between sneakers and sandals? more durable but also some breathability?
Posted by: carolyn at June 26, 2007 12:54 PM
Love the sentiment - makes me want to tell those people that were part of MY pivotal moments about them, so that they know (since it's really unlikely I'd reveal them in a book like Laurie!).
Good luck with the sandals!
Posted by: wenders at June 26, 2007 01:37 PM
Laurie is my favorite Crazy Aunt!
Tevas are evil; however, they do serve their intended purpose.
Posted by: Andree at June 26, 2007 01:48 PM
Definitely get Keens, MUCH more comfy than Tevas, particularly for hiking and stream-crossing combined. I have Tevas, Chacos and Keens. (Colorado girl, can't help it!) And I will never buy anything but the Keens again. Plus your toes will thank you!
Posted by: rg at June 26, 2007 03:50 PM
I completely second the opinion on the Keens. No, they aren't really any prettier but they are "funky" looking and will REALLY come in handy.
I wear them CONSTANTLY while building (I know, not the intended purpose) but they really come in handy. And I think they are the most comfortable shoes I've ever owned.
And I've owned plenty. :)
Posted by: Carma at June 26, 2007 08:11 PM
keens ARE funky and cool. sadly for my orthotic wearing loser old lady feet, they do not work. but i second the vote for them over tevas!! :)
Posted by: carolyn (again) at June 27, 2007 06:53 AM
Keens over Tevas. Could never get my Tevas to stop stinking, even with the anti-bacterial-infused sole. As far as comfort, I've found them about equal. But the Keens have the toe-savers.
We noticed the product placement, too. Way too obvious.
Posted by: Mary at June 27, 2007 01:36 PM
Ick on the tevas. Then again, I don't go camping or engage in other outdoorsy activities. Why, when there is shopping to be done?
Posted by: Gloria at June 27, 2007 09:15 PM