08 March 2008

Have you ever tried those sun pure frozen entrees? Ugh! My dog won't eat 'em!

I have come to the conclusion, it took me long enough I know, that I am weird. There are things I hate that everyone else seems to love. Here are some of them:

1. American Idol. Maybe it's because I'm shy and I feel embarrassed for them, I don't know. I just don't see how it's entertaining to sit for an hour feeling uncomfortable. Not to mention the headache I get from the screechy singing! I know, I know, I'm going to get some nasty comments for this one. People seem to feel personal insult if someone doesn't like the person they're rooting for. Why can't they find someone that can hold a pitch, ANY PITCH, right on key for more than one second long. There's got to be someone out there who can do it! And what's up with the drunk Paula Abdul? How does being drunk on TV make her a good judge of anything?

2. Certain romantic movies from the 60's like Breakfast at Tiffany's and Somewhere in Time. Everyone says they're feel good movies. WHAT!!?? How can a feel good movie leave one feeling so tired and depressed? Shouldn't a movie be entertainment? You know, something to distract one instead of reminding you how horrible the world can be? I'll stick to fairy tale endings and comedies thanks!

3. Bajio, Wingers, Red Robin I like food that doesn't give me heartburn. Or send me to the hospital with indigestion.

Other stuff includes water (I'd rather have milk or juice), running, and I'd rather go to a play than to a movie!

And then there's the stuff I like that makes me even more different.

1. Winter Of course, by this time of year I'm ready for spring but no one can deny the magic of Christmas! I'm ready for snow the day after Thanksgiving. Let it stay until mid-January. I love the soft white world and the way it makes me want to bake pies and read a good book. I like that it gives my kids an excuse to spend time inside together with one another (for a while, anyway). Sometimes in June or July, I'll get an urge to watch Christmas movies and sing carols. I may even make soup or stew when it's 101 degrees outside. (Sorry Jas) And Carly, remember that time we went caroling in June? Good times...

2. A good (brace yourselves) ROMANCE novel! I read them more now that I'm married because I have a hero's face in my mind. Sappy, I know, but true none the less. I enjoy losing myself in England or some other country in some other time period wondering how Jason and I would have met and made it through different challenges. I'm always making stuff up in my head and I would write them down if I was a better writer. I think it's hard to be that kind of novelist because it's so easy to fall into the trap of making it sappy. And a lot do. They trick is to find an author that can pull it off without getting too gooey about the romance.

3. Geneology Specifically doing indexing and arbitration. People are always surprised to find that I do this. They seem to think I wouldn't have time. All I can say is we find time for the things that relax us. I like the orderly, check off the list, meeting my goals, feeling that indexing gives me. If my house is messy, at least I've done SOMETHING productive. We've experienced a lot of disasters while I was absorbed in the work but, I keep doing it anyway!

I also like Science fiction tv shows, hospital and airline food, bathing instead of showering, and Village Inn type restaurants.

Are any of you the same? What makes you different? Let's hear the gory details.

P.S. Bonus points for anyone who can name the movie the quote (the title of my post) is from.

5 comments:

Contessa Elegante said...

Gotta agree with you on everything (I LOVE indexing too...)except three things: 1) WATER! (I love drinking it, swimming in it, stomping in puddles, rain, whatever...I love it!) 2) There is nothing like a good long run and the way it can make you feel completely exhausted and invigorated at the same time! 3)Not a fan of romantic novels...I love the movies, but just can't read a whole novel. I'll start it, then skip to the end. I'd really rather read a biography, or history book. I know, I know...I'm a nerd. Fun post! Thanks for sharing!

Anonymous said...

I can't stand any reality TV because I get so embarassed for the people on it! I could eat at Bajios 7 days a week :-)Your Mia Maids are darling.. you are very lucky!!

Carly G. said...

Aaagh! I LOVE breakfast restaurants! Nothing better in this world than french toast at 9pm :)
And, yes, I do remember caroling in the June heat. I also remember building a telephone booth out of a fridge box. We had amazing imaginations!

PS I am so antsy to play cats in the cradle with someone but nobody in idaho knows how!! I even tried teaching Eliza but it's not the same without you!

Unknown said...

Your title is from "MR. MOM"

Nora Mair said...

Mr. Mom..during the coupon poker game with Jack and his "girlfriends" I can't watch American Idol until there are about 3 people left. I hate the idot phase of the show. Water? are you nuts? I love winter. I have all my jewels (kids) close and not strewn the neighborhood like in the summertime.