New activities, new furniture, and stupid people.

[mijan]

So it's been a while since I've made any sort of personal update. I'm pressed for time (fifteen minutes), so let's make this brief.

First, I've begun practicing Iaido (a form of Japanese swordsmanship) with a local Iaido club.  I love it.  I've wanted to do this for years.  I've got so much to learn, but for a beginner, I'm not terrible.

Next, I joined a Pool team in a regional pool league.  I was specifically recruited because I THOUGHT I was terrible.   Because of the way the handicap system works in this league, the team DESPERATELY needed a low-ranked player who would SHOW UP for the matches, and more importantly, the tournaments.  Yeah, I love to shoot pool.  It's fun.  But I've seldom done it, and I figured I would generally suck, especially compared to people who compete regularly.  I had told Katie, my co-worker who recruited me for the team, that I sucked but that I thought it would be a lot of fun.  Well, the team is definitely a lot of fun... fairly young, intelligent, and with a twisted sense of humour.  Perfect.  But... as I found out, I don't suck.  I'm by no means an expert, but for a beginner, I'm a lot better than they'd expected me to be.  LOL... I guess I just can't get any better, or they'll need to find someone else who sucks at pool!
(Oh, and the best part of this... their team has consistantly won the league tourament over the past several years, and were expected to win regionals... except their low-ranked player was irresponsible and just didn't show up.  As a result... they missed out on an ALL-EXPENSES PAYED TRIP to LAS VEGAS.  So... if we win this year... VIVA LAS VEGAS!)

New furniture... I picked up a beautiful wicker shelving unit over the weekend, a lovely platform bed today, this evening I'm getting another futon and possibly a bookshelf, and tomorrow, a tall corner TV center and cabinet.  My living room is just about balanced now with the new stuff.  The beanbag is gone (it took up too much space), and I might consider selling the blue chair if it's too cluttered after I bring in the futon, but overall, it's looking great.  I plan to take some pictures once everything is set up.  It's starting to really feel like home.  I've got privacy when I want it, but I have friends over all the time, and with the activities I do, I'm never bored.  It's great.

And finally... the purpose for my icon of choice today... stupid stupid stupid fucking idiotic annoying obnoxious stupid stupid scientists.  ARGH!!!  These people can't do a damn thing for themselves!  Just... the sheer lack of common sense is killing me.  I... just... *HEADDESK*
(I'd explain more, but it would make my brain hurt again, and it might make your brain hurt, too.)

And now... I've got a futon to retrieve!

Comments

[vampireanneke.livejournal.com]

(hugs) But it's so fun to AK them. (grin)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yes, very muchly fun to AK them. I ought to do it more often... yesh...

[wintermoon3.livejournal.com]

Hey chica! Good to hear from you every once in a while. Listen, I have a question for you...

I'm starting an online biz - www.craftingbalance.com
It's in beta stage right now, and I'm working on getting stuff set up there, but part of what I'm planning to do is act as a consignment venue for handcrafted items with a spiritual touch. I think your wands would be perfect for this. If you're interested in a venue for them, please email me so we can talk about it.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Oh! Yes! I got that e-mail. I was in a bit of a rush that day, and had intended to reply later, but I got distracted. You know how it is. Anyhow, I'm interested. Right now, I'm not actively carving. I'm still getting settled in here. Almost done with that, so I'm about to start getting back into my old hobbies. Writing, and carving.

We should actually talk - is your phone number still the same?

[wintermoon3.livejournal.com]

yes, still the same. gimme a call.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

WAAAAH! I can't find my phone! I think I left it in my friend's car! *cries* WAAAAAH!

[pixisity.livejournal.com]

Common sense isn't common at all, and it frustrates me no end too. I seem to be the only one in my little family here who has it (chibi is too young for me to tell yet if he has any...) and it's annoying as hell to have to tell hubby-san EVERYTHING cuz he's such an...eugh. (you get the picture presumably)

Anyway, did you try and get hold of me while I was in NM? I'm not sure cuz neither the phone nor the internet worked there so I was pretty much stuffed as far as that went. I know I got calls, but when I went to answer, the phone would die (the little coverage bars were like..non-existant...) so I'd lose it, and it would never show me who called *frustrated as hell* I'm now home so it should be a lot easier to get hold of each other now (and I have that free call in/to the US thing, yay!) so if you wanna give it a try sometime...cuz I did enjoy talking to you while at Maaya's :)

Good luck with the furnishings - frustrating to get them in the right place, but once they are, it's awesome :)

PS haven't forgotten your MuraYuu story - just finished Maaya's so now it's your turn :)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

WAAAAH!!! NOOOO!!! I never reached you! *is very sad* *sniffle*
It's okay. When I was out west, I had horrible telephone reception. It was awful.

The futon is in place, so now, the only thing I still need is the entertainment center. It's really looking good now. The new futon is beautiful. Worth at least $250, even used. Very solid, beautiful wood, no flaws, mahoghany colour. I love it!

So, are you online now? *poke-nudge*

[pixisity.livejournal.com]

I am now *chuckles* I had to go to the store, but I'm back now....I put myself so you can see meh ;)

Yeah, reception down there SUCKED so hardcore I was so frustrated. I couldn't get hold of ANYONE and everybody was getting pissed off at me *whimpers*

I went to bed early (sick) so I'm wide awake now...I'll be on for a while now I think...

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Wah! I don't see you! IM me!

[pixisity.livejournal.com]

it still says you're offline. (an hour later) *weeps*

(or are you using an SN I don't know bout?)

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

heee, new furniture sounds like a lot of fun (i've got to try it when my new paycheck arrives, have been buying books mostly, still sleep on an inflatable bed ;-)))

And - HEY! We need to meet up or something? '-) I live in Hampshire St now, v. close to Inman Square...

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Dude, I know exactly where that is. I used to go by there every day on the way to work. Hell, I could WALK there. For that matter... wanna have a slumber party? I just put in the new futon, and it's very comforable. :)

As for furniture... you can get a bed as cheap as an air mattress on Craig's List. That's how I got mine. The thing is, you have to hunt and peck carefully to separate the cheap stuff from the quality stuff at cheap prices. The futon I just got... $50, and it's beautiful solid hardwood, mahoghany stain, and a very comforable mattress. Even used, it's got to be worth at least $200, maybe more. I SCORED.

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

slumber party? What, now? ;-)))

Yeah, why not!
Not sure about when, though - I am still at the Institute, hanging out in the library, reading major texts on fanfiction snarry porn.

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

AND YOU DID SCORE! Whoa! I am just far too lazy. But I neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed a bed. First thing to do when am back from Madison? Haunt craigslist. (oh, I am leaving for Madison for Halloween)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

LOL... slumber party with Snarry porn, ANYTIME! Or just come over for dinner sometime if you want good homecooked food. :D

And you can find incredible stuff on Craig's List all the time. Seriously. Go now. Take a peek.
www.boston.craigslist.org
Look under "Furniture". Search for "bed". See what turns up. Trust me. You'll find something you can afford THIS WEEK.

And... you can sleep on my futon anytime! Very comfy!

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

Great! How about Friday, then? Or tomorrow, really? Or you have work in the morning?

Just where have you ended up living, though? ;-)
Very far from MIT?

[mijan.livejournal.com]

You know where the Middle East is? You know that one-way street that comes out to Mass Ave. on the corner with the Middle East? That's Brookline St. Walking, you can go against traffic on that street about a half mile, take a left, and I'm there. It's VERY close to MIT.

E-mail me at jedi_mijan@yahoo.com for the actual address. :D

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

Dude, I have lunch in the Middle East on a regular basis. When I have the money, that is. Else I eat in the Kebab Factory or at home (am a decent cook, too, but can't be bothered). It's in Central, right?

P.S. Have found 100 beds already

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yay for finding beds! :D

And yes, it's near Central Square. Shoot me that e-mail! :)

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

Done ;-) Still, how do you know I am not a homicidal maniac?

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Because homicidal maniacs have much sweeter user icons. Sane people have psycho icons. :D

[mimoletnoe.livejournal.com]

*sorts through icons*

Maybe you are right, after all '-)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Of course I'm right! *grins*

[pixisity.livejournal.com]

*laughs head off cuz you are so totally right it's almost scary*

[mijan.livejournal.com]

*is very scary* :D

[fiona-fawkes.livejournal.com]

So do we need to get you a new icon that says "I will not Avada Kedavra the Scientists"? But the sword practice sounds awesome. You'll have to tell me more about that some time.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

LOL... no, the icon is shiny the way it is. I love it! *tackle-glomps you*
I'll tell you more about the sword practice soon. Right now... I must collapse. Must be up early tomorrow to go get the new entertainment center! Squee!

[fiona-fawkes.livejournal.com]

*is tackle-glomped* Thanks. I needed that. :)

And YAY! for the new furniture. That always makes me happy, too.

[slave4severus.livejournal.com]

Michelle!

I am happy to read your post! It sounds like you are having the time of your life! It's good to hear.

Vanessa

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Thanks Vanessa! Yeah, things are definitely getting better. :)
And... my door is always open for guests! The futon is VERY comfy. ;)

[slave4severus.livejournal.com]

LOL Good to know, because if I DO come to visit I will have you read and play out one of your stories. Now THAT would sound like great entertainment. *wink*

I keep forgetting to post my singing!! I have two soundbites worth I should post...just to get a reaction out of you know whom.

Vanessa

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Er... read AND play out? And... what might that entail? Should I be worried?

As for the singing... go for it! Because we all know the Bleach Girls Boys stalk everyone's LJ's obsessively. I honestly have no idea what they're up to these days. Haven't been to their LJ's since August, and I can't be arsed. Not worth my time. At the same time, I do check my LJ tracker every so often... my god, they do stalk obsessively. They must hit my LJ at least once a day. It's funny.

[awaywithpixie.livejournal.com]

I think scientists and engineers are the same when it comes to a complete lack of common sense. They can build bridges, but when it comes to anything else... forget it!

Glad to hear you are still alive. New furniture is always nice!

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yesh, I'm still alive. Very sleepy right now though. Must go to bed so I can get up early enough to get my new entertainment center! :D

As for stupid smart people... yep, 'nuff said!

[singlewoman.livejournal.com]

NO! Not the bean bag chair! Well it was certainly fun to pile all of us on there.

Sorry the scientists are so annoying, they do wear blinders and can't see or think outside their own boxes. Don't AK them, just slap some sense in them.

The Iaido sounds interesting. Is it with a real sword or wooden? I am not surprised that you are not a true beginner at this, I have seen you wield a whip! And yea for pool. I love it too, although I do really suck when I play. But my enthusiasm makes up for it.

*Hugs*

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Yeah, the beanbag had to go. But you should see the living room now with the new stuff. The whole apartment looks so much better. And we can all just pile onto the love seat and see what happens instead!

The sword I'm practicing with is a wooden one, but once I can afford it, I'll get a real one. Most people start with a wooden one to learn the forms. The blade isn't sharp, but the tip is.

And pool is a LOT of fun. I know I'm not the best at it, but I guess I'm a lot better than I thought I was. I know how to shoot, and I know how to put balls in the pockets. I just can't do anything really fancy, and I don't always bank shots well. But... I guess I'm better than most beginners!

*huggles tightly*
By the way, have you heard from Rachael recently? I've been trying to track her down. She was supposed to come see me this weekend...

[singlewoman.livejournal.com]

Last I heard from Rachel was her post about clubbing this past weekend. I guess she had friends in and they spent time in the city. I have been seriuosly out of the loop these past few weeks, too much RL shit. Coming out of my hole now.

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Awww, I hope RL didn't get you too down. Yay for coming out of your hole! Maybe come visit me! :D

*nudge-poke*
*huggles*

[lunalovegoddess.livejournal.com]

Something to take your mind off of stupid people:

Have a livejournal Halloween Party!
http://tech.jmc.ksu.edu/phpnonsense/hallomeme.html

[mijan.livejournal.com]

Meeble? OOOOH!!! Shiny!
*licks*
:D

[fiona-fawkes.livejournal.com]

Totally off topic, but I saw THIS PIECE OF ART and thought of you. ;)

[mijan.livejournal.com]

OMGSQUEEE! Baseball! Red Sox! Harry! SQUEE!