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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Team BITE ME! was again victorious! Together, this motley crew could rule the world of useless knowledge. The kids: Ian was wounded in battle yesterday during PE. His ankle was as big as his head for a little while...but according to fishdog, he seemed better this morning. He's hobbling still but he'll survive. Rader has a chess tournament this weekend. I love my kid and would do anything for him, but spending all day watching these kids play chess is about as much fun as watching paint dry. Books: Pepper Jack is available at Amazon in hardcover, paperback and Kindle and it was written by friend of mine and fellow Arkansan, Jon Pendergrass. I'm downloading it to Rader's Kindle today...shhhhh don't tell him the reason he got a Kindle was so that I could use it!!
Weird stuff: I've had 2 nose bleeds in 2 days. I hope this isn't a direct result of the shelf incident. Phil the Lump is now Phil the Light Bruise. I'm thinking the nose bleeding thing is just my sinuses. Still, it sucks. The skeeviest thing on earth happened to me yesterday. I'm not going to talk about details but I will say that an offer was made that I couldn't decline quickly enough. And then I wanted to take a shower--in bleach. Miscellaneous (did I spell that correctly? I always mess that up...) I'm thinking of making my own laundry detergent. Anyone out there ever done it before? What did you think? At $.02 a load, I'm thinking it's worth a try.... • 4 cups of water. Labels: books, friends, Mel-O-Jumble, misc., the kids, wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 9:06 AM |
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010
 I'm a citrusy-sweets girl. I prefer lemon over chocolate any day. Any time. Anyhow. (as a matter of fact, I can't quite kill a craving for a lemon cupcake with lots of lemon frosting...) That said, there was one wonderful chocolate confection from my childhood that would probably have me choosing chocolate over lemon...The Marathon Bar. It was a long chocolate covered caramel braid. It was the funnest candy bar on earth to eat because you could take your chewy-gooey time with it if you wanted OR you could try to wad the whole thing up and stuff it in your mouth and see how long it took you to eat it. (not that I would ever do such a t  hing. Nope not me. I'm nothing but proper)Best candy bar ever. Apparently Cadbury has come up with a replacement called the Curly-Wurly but it can only be found in the UK and Canada. Why am I being denied this morsel of tasty goodness? Is it because I have publicly denounced chocolate in favor of lemon? Are the chocolate faeries punishing me? Are they waiting until I take back my love for lemony treats before they reward me with the chocolate-caramel braid of love? Well sorry to disappoint you, Chocolate Fae. I'm sticking to my Now where's my cupcake?  Labels: food, misc., nostalgia posted by Mel Francis @ 7:12 AM |
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
What started out as a one-time gig has turned into a weekly occurrence. Trivia Night is held at Touchdown Sally's in Benton every Tuesday night. It's put on by Challenge Entertainment of Little Rock and the host is Brent Jackson (he does a bang up job, btw). Last night's trivia topics were movies, television, sports, animals, music, cartoon theme songs, US history, recent events, celebrities, weather, politics, solar system, technology, advertising and state capitals! Halftime category: US Geography Wager of Death category: Chart Toppers Our team name is BITE ME! (gee, wonder why we chose that name? could it be that maybe someone one the team wrote a book titled BITE ME!?) And our first week, we kinda sucked it up. Like big time. But we started late and didn't know all the rules. Now, we're in the top three and after our big win last night (2nd win overall) we might be #1. If not, we're close...very, very close! My oldest kid has been joining us and last week, Cmac brought his giant of a kid (14 years old and 6'2! Not even kidding) and last night, All-Caps Kristal brought her kid to join us. And let me just tell you, the kids helped out. I never would've known the capitol of Pennsylvania was Harrisburg without Kristal's kid Hunter! And last week, both Dylan and Ian answered a couple of questions that we weren't sure of. It was awesome! If Live Team Trivia is offered at a bar/restaurant near you, I highly suggest you give it a try. Team BITE ME! is hoping to play for the $10,000 prize! How awesome would that be, Internet? Pretty damn awesome. Labels: fun, Mel-O-Jumble, misc., trivia posted by Mel Francis @ 7:21 AM |
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Thursday, February 11, 2010
Nothing exciting has been happening around here. Finally got a section of my driveway de-iced enough that I can get the car out and our road finally thawed out yesterday. Just in time for round two. Yup. There's another chance of snow tonight. I know I wanted this stuff, but now I'm ready for it to go away. This is why I don't live somewhere colder. Both kids have school today, and they're not happy about it. They have been perfectly content to stay in their cave playing WOW and X-Box. They're almost praying for another round of snow. I keep telling them the more snow days we take, the longer they'll be in school this summer--but they don't seem to care. I'm thinking they'll care big time in June. Anything new with you guys? Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 7:12 AM |
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Labels: Mel-O-Jumble, misc., random, weird shit posted by Mel Francis @ 7:25 AM |
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
However, if you do any of the things listed below...I'm totally judging you. Because this is when your choices are infringing on me in one respect or another. And let's face it, this is my blog, so it's all about me. Unless you're physically injured or handicapped, you better not be taking the elevator just one floor. I mean it. Do you know how ridiculous it is for me to travel from floor 12--thinking I'm going to make it all the way to floor 1--only to be stopped on floor 2 because some Mr. Lazy-pants didn't feel like taking the stairs? Yeah, I'm rolling my eyes at you when you step on the elevator because I'm judging you. If you don't like it, take the stairs. If you're reading this and can see yourself in any of these examples, well, you know what to do... Labels: fun, misc., rants, wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 10:27 AM |
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Thursday, November 12, 2009
Glen Campbell, Johnny Cash, Tracy Lawrence, Billy Bob Thornton, Mark Martin, Scottie Pippen, Jerry Jones, Maya Angelou, John Grisham, Charlaine Harris, and of course, Bill Clinton are all from Arkansas. We have several colleges here, but the majority of Arkansans are Arkansas Razorback fans. Arkansas was the 25th state in the union. Our bird is the Mockingbird, our tree is the Pine (seriously, how boring) our flower is the Apple Blossom, our insect is the Honey Bee (as it should be...Melissa means Honey Bee)our mammal is the White-Tailed Deer, our fish is large mouthed bass, our gem is the Diamond (did you know we have a diamond mine? It's true!) our rock is Quartz, our state beverage (AM NOT KIDDING YOU) is milk (heh) and our state instrument is the fiddle. In 1972, dinosaur fossils were found near Locksburg, AR. The dinosaur is informally known as the Arkansaurus which means Arkansas Lizard. (can I tell you how much I LOVE that?) There was a war fought in Arkansas in 1874 over election results. Brooks-Baxter War was fought between the locals (scalawags) and the non-natives (carpetbaggers). It was a real war and had to be put to an end by President US Grant. Dave Rudabaugh is our famous cowboy...he rode with Billy the Kid and he was played by Christian Slater in Young Guns II. George Straight's newest album (TWANG) features a song about Arkansas Dave I grew up a half a mile from the geographical center of Arkansas. Strange laws:
Labels: arkansas, fun, misc., trivia posted by Mel Francis @ 7:30 AM |
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
I grew up in central Arkansas. Other than the 7 years I was in Oxford, MS, I've lived in Arkansas my whole life. This weekend, I discovered something new about this area...we have a covered bridge! How did I not know this?   I forsee many a beautiful fall and spring day sitting on this dock, soaking up inspiration. Labels: awesome casserole, fun, misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 10:38 AM |
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Monday, November 09, 2009
 Where I wish I was:  Any Questions? It's been one of those weeks. Car died. Washing machine died. Couch broke a few weeks ago (and by 'broke', I mean my 11 year old sat on it a little too forcefully and cracked the frame) My part time job was supposed to turn full time in January, but last week we were told they are cutting 40 F/T positions for next year...one of them being mine. So I still have a job with a company I love, but I need F/T work so I'm searching again. Sigh. I definitely need some alone time on the beach in a hammack. Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 9:37 AM |
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
 Some days, you know you're the Queen Bee (or Slutty Queen Bee as pictured to the left). Okay,who am I trying to kid? For me, most days I know I 'm the And on those days I carry that awesome with me wherever I go. And the people approve. But lately, with the dreary weather and my lack of exercise, I'm starting to feel more like the Bee Girl...my hair is pulled back, my belly is pooching and my underwear is starting to fit wrong. My boobs...well, we won't even talk about them. My smile is hidden and my sparkle has  dimmed. The only pep in my step happens when I trip over nothing.I've fallen victim to BGS: Bee Girl Syndrome BGS is not an easy thing to overcome. Do you know how hard it is to walk with your shoulders back and your stomach sucked in once you get used to slouching. (and breathing...b/c let's be honest, when we're sucking in our stomach, we're not really breathing) And I can't even talkabout the difficulty of putting back on the awesome cleavage bra once you get used to the cotton sports bra that feels great but gives you uni-boob... So what do I do? I came out of it briefly Saturday night. I looked pretty damn good. Felt pretty damn good. Then woke up Sunday to more of this God-forsaken rain and I haven't wanted to take off my pj pants since. (for the record, I HAVE taken off my PJs to go to work. I promise) Tell me interwebs...how do you overcome BGS? Everyone feels better as the Queen Bee. Help me get back there! Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 11:45 AM |
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
You know, like when Mark Darcy marches out of Bridget's apartment and she thinks things are over...that he's totally pissed because he saw her journal, but really all he's doing is buying her a new one for a fresh start? And of course, she runs after him, (in her underwear in the snow) desperate to stop him, desperate to explain...but there's no explanation necessary. And then they kiss. and Wow what a kiss. Or when Johnny shows up at the final show after being fired, walks over to Baby's table and admonishes the dad, "Nobody puts baby in a corner." And then they dance and everyone knows it's true love. Or like in What Happens in Vegas when they get the divorce and he knows it was the wrong thing, he figures out where she is and goes after her and asks her if she would like to be married to him again. On one knee, on the beach with a lighthouse in the background...man what a moment. Or this famous Crash Davis speech that makes every woman I know swoon:
We all love a good movie moment, but do they happen in real life? We daydream about the person of our dreams surprising us in a way that will make us melt, but how often does that really happen? Is it realistic to believe in real life movie moments? Have you ever had one? And what are some of your fave movie moments? posted by Mel Francis @ 7:09 AM |
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Could be b/c I walked for Jenn and I usually meet between 7:30 & 7:45 at the bridge, but last night, it got really dark, really fast. I might be ready for fall weather, but I am NOT ready for fall darkness. Not yet. I like my long days dammit! *there will be spoilers* Can we talk about True Blood for a second? Okay, I'm pretty much over Bill and Sookie but that Eric (or is it Erik since he's a viking?) I'm soooo never going to be over him. Holy Moly that man has depth. (the actor not the character...tho the character does have great complexities wh/ makes me lurve him) The scenes with he and Godric broke my heart. (and yes, I loved me some Godric, too. I really wanted them to do more with that character) And I thought the scene with Sookie and Eric was beautiful--she didn't bug me there. And that dream with Sookie and Eric? OMGYUM. And I frankly LOVED how bad Eric can be...when he conned Sookie into sucking out the silver--that smile on his face was priceless. Bill should never have made Sookie so off-limits. We always want what we can't have... I totally cried like a baby when Godric was on the roof. The scene between he and Eric and the scene b/t he and Sookie really choked me up. I like how she's connected to Eric and I really hope being connected to him will add another dimension to her. She's still too goody-goody right now. BTW: does anyone else wonder why the hell that dude was able to get into the house rigged with a bomb when Sookie was there? Why on earth didn't she hear his thoughts? I mean, is she no longer a mind reader? I'm getting a little tired of the creepy Mary Ann story line. I'm ready for that to wrap up. It's exhausting. But I'm curious to see how they get rid of her. She's awful. And can I just say, those solid black eyes make me sick to my stomach? ick. I've not read the books, so I'm enjoying the series for what it is. I think maybe I'll read the books once this season is over. I know they've taken lots of liberties with the storyline, I'm curious to see how many. Also Mad Men is back! I can't wait to dive in! I heart On Demand. Any TV shows out there that have you excited? posted by Mel Francis @ 8:51 AM |
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Thursday, August 13, 2009
"He deserves to be seen as he really is. Everyone does." I love that line. The truth in it is so simple and elegant, yet very powerful. A quote that I often use as my mantra is from Mel Brooks: "If you're quiet, you're not living. You've got to be noisy and colorful and lively." I'm not really sure who said this next quote, but I got it from a signature of a friend who emailed me not long ago: Life is short. Break the rules. Forgive quickly. Love truly. Laugh uncontrollably & regret nothing that makes you smile. No truer words were spoken there. Is there a particular quote or line from a book that inspires you? I leave you with one final Mel Brooks quote. The man is amazing: Every human being has hundreds of separate people living under his skin. The talent of a writer is his ability to give them their separate names, identities, personalities and have them relate to other characters living with him. posted by Mel Francis @ 7:50 AM |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Why does my dog bark at the mailman when he's a block away on a different street? Also, why does my dog have a problem with the neighbors parking in their own driveway? Why don't houses come with a 'self-cleaning' option? Why can't I go to a movie without buying popcorn? It's ridiculously expensive and stupid to purchase it, yet it tastes so good I can't resist! Why did my daddy nickname me Lissa Jane when I was growing up when my middle name is Renee? Why does the word 'fart' make Rader laugh? How is it I can find 30 4-leaf clovers in fifteen minutes, but I can't pick a winning lottery number? What the hell kinda crack-job luck is that? How excited am I that in 3 weeks (exactly 21 days from today) you'll be able to buy my debut novel BITE ME! off the shelves? Labels: Bite Me, Mel-O-Jumble, misc., wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 8:03 AM |
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Thursday, July 02, 2009
Spam is also junk email. For some reason, this morning it struck me as funny that junk email was called Spam and I wondered why. So I did a little digging. Maybe this is public knowledge and I've just been out of the loop, but now I know. It seems that the term Spam originated from one of my favorite Monty Python skits. You know, the Spam skit where the vikings sing "spam, spam, spam, spam, spam, spam, Wonderful spam!" over and over again? Yes, well, apparently the meaning derived from that. Something that keeps repeating and repeating to great annoyance.For the story on how the term originated, go here. What brought this on today? My new favorite Spam subject line. "Read this or you're gay." That's right. If I didn't read the email, I would turn gay. What's a girl like me to do? Oh the dilemma. I hit delete. So now what? posted by Mel Francis @ 7:25 AM |
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
I really wish I had something enlightened to share with you today, or a good story, but not really. This week is British Soccer camp week. Those of you who are regular readers of my blog, know what a fan of British Soccer Camp I am... For the 1st time in 4 years we're not hosting any coaches--which is a good thing, because when we do host, I tend to NEVER sleep. The lads are always entertaining. (and very easy on the eyes) I hit the gym and the track yesterday for the first time in a few weeks. Did circuit room, abs, and walked 4 miles in about 45 minutes. I'm sore today. Feeling it big time. But I'm glad I went. I'm gonna blog over at Fat Chicks Running this afternoon about my time on the walking track. It's pretty funny. I'm apparently a 'rule breaker.' I know--you're shocked! Ian has been in Dallas for a week watching his cousin play some kick ass soccer in a National Tournament. Taylor's team is now in the finals. Am hoping to get some pics soon to post for ya soon. That's about all that's going on here. Nothing witty or snappy today. I'm just too tired. Maybe I'll be able to muster up funny for tomorrow. Stay tuned. What's going on this week with you guys? Labels: excuses for not blogging, exercise, family, misc., the kids posted by Mel Francis @ 8:28 AM |
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Wednesday, February 25, 2009
So here goes. This isn’t a meme. It’s just a Me. Things you probably didn’t know about Mel.
Labels: Mel-O-Jumble, misc., random posted by Mel Francis @ 9:46 AM |
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Wednesday, February 18, 2009
I apologize in advance. Head: I hurt and am filling up with snot. Me: I know. Head: What are you going to do about it? Me: I don't know. Take a Claritin and hope it's all better tomorrow. Head: You're not going to the gym, right? Me: Wrong. Head: Dammit, I don't wanna go spreading my germs everywhere. Me: We washes the equipment after we uses it, precious. Besides, maybe Evil Barbie Hair Girl is there and we can sneezes on her and gives her the Bird Flu. Head: Sounds promising. But we don't have the Bird Flu. Me: But maybe we will. Head: *rolling eyes* Me: I saw that. At the gym: Head: There's Evil Barbie Hair Girl, go sneeze on her. Me: It would be wasted, we don't have the Bird Flu. I can tell. Head: But, if it's a good juicy sneeze, I bet you'll lose another pound. Me: Good call. *ACHOO* This morning on the scale: Me: You lied. Head: It was a theory that we disproved. Me: Shut up, McScientist. Last night I twittered: [Mel]<--- haz a worry! *gasp* trying to think of a blog topic for tomorrow and is afeared she may be out of funny! Here was the conversation that followed: Head: Really? Really? You think you're out of funny. Me: Maybe. I just don't feel funny. Head: That's the Bird Flu talking. Me: We don't have the Bird Flu. Head: I think maybe we're developing it. Me: I think we're developing Multiple-Personality-Disorder. Maybe I should give you a name instead of just calling you head. Head: I like the name Harriet. Me: I'm not calling you Harriet. Head: It was just a suggestion. Besides, shouldn't I get to name myself. Me: No. You're my head, I get to name you. I always liked the name Zoe. Head: lalalalalalalalalalalala I can't hear you. Me: Let me try this out. Shut up, Zoe. Head: I'm only responding to Head or Harriet. Lalalalalalalalalalalalalala Me: Hm. Zoe isn't working for me. Kalliope? No, too complicated. Maybe I should call you Einstein since you've been so good at testing theories lately. Head: I could compromise and go for Madame Curie. Me: Okay, Madame Curie. You've got a deal. Head: Maybe just call me Madam. Me: Maybe I should go to bed. Head: Maybe you're right. Take some benadryl first. Me: Goodnight, Madam. Head: Goodnight, Nutjob. Me: I'm going to let that slide because we have the Bird Flu. Head: Thanks. Labels: chatter, misc., sick, wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 6:39 AM |
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Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Eventually the job will go full time and I'll have a decision to make. I know I'll take the job if it's offered, it's a great company that pays well, and has amazing benefits. Plus, I truly like my department, which is fabulous. I don't dread going to work at all. But today, I dread wearing real clothes. I miss being able to work in my PJ pants or my exercise clothes. No, I don't wanna do it everyday (that got a little old) but damn, it's cold and rainy today and I just want to put on my black yoga pants, my hot pink tank top, a sweatshirt and running shoes and report for duty. I'm thinking that would be pushing even the most lenient of 'business casual' dress codes. But really, it would even be more convenient for me since I'm going to the gym this afternoon. I could just hop in the car and drive straight there. It's a scrubby kind of day, but I'll be looking cute. (duh.) Of course, that means I have to figure out what I want to wear now... What's on your agenda for today? Are you going get to be scrubby? Oh, and I'm back at FCR today, talking about breaking through my plateau, my next reward CD, and my upcoming race. posted by Mel Francis @ 6:07 AM |
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Monday, February 16, 2009
So today's goal is the living room, finish the laundry, mop all the floors, and organize my bedroom closet. Part of the organizing is going to entail getting rid of shoes I don't wear, as well as all the clothes I've 'undergrown' (because I'm not going back). I'm also going to the gym today...I registered for my March 15 race this morning, so I have to make sure I'm going to be able to actually run that bitch. YAY ME! I posted some pics on Ficitonistas from Saturday's day with the boys at the races. Pop over and see them! I'm also going to be over at FCR today sometime. It's Monday, so I'm making the rounds!  Labels: cleaning, family, fatchicks, fictionistas, misc., Oaklawn posted by Mel Francis @ 8:39 AM |
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Thursday, January 29, 2009
I don't know why I do this. I used to think it started when I got married and Fishdog watched a lot of TV in bed and I would cover my head to block out the light/sound. But I think that's just when I started noticing myself doing it. What's even funnier? Both of my kids are burrowers.  Above is Rader. Yes, he's buried in there. Sound asleep.Below is Ian. This is how I find him every morning. He sleeps with a minimum of 3 pillows and he digs in like he's hibernating for the winter.  So, is sleeping style inherited? Is there some weird recessive gene for burrowing. Should I get out my Punnett Square and start playing?Hmmm. Would Burrowing be a dominant trait since both boys are burrowers? Fishdog definitely isn't a burrower, but he could be a 'burrower' gene carrier. Crap, I can't remember. I do know that genetics was about the only part of science I enjoyed. It must've been if I could remember Punnett Square. Did you inherit anything quirky from your folks or did your kids inherit something quirky from you? And do you think it was nature or nurture that caused it?Labels: chatter, genetics, misc., wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 6:19 AM |
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Friday, January 02, 2009
Gwen posted this over at Fictionistas this morning and I thought it was so fun, I 60 Questions People Don't Ask from Quizopolis.com When's the last time you ran? - today: 3.5 miles Do your jeans have rips, tears, and holes in them? -not anymore. but in the 80s and 90s...yes. HELL YES. Maybe I'll bring that back for 2009. What are you dreading right now? - deadline Do you celebrate 420? - No (I should get bonus points for knowing what 420 is...I didn't until about 6 months ago. LOL) Do you get the full 8 hours of sleep a night? - not lately. If anyone came to your house on your "lazy days" what would y'all do? - tell them to come in and please ignore the fraternity decor we have going on. Oh and please ignore the hairballs. (btw, most days are "lazy days") Who last grabbed your butt? - New Year's Eve everyone grabbed my butt. It's all blended into one big butt grabbing orgy, so I really don't know. Have you ever been on your school's track team? - yes Do you own a pair of Converse? -yes. Pink. Signed by members of Cheap Trick. Yes, I am awesome. Did you copy and paste this survey? - Yes Do you eat raw cookie dough? - yes Have you ever kicked a vending machine? - Yes Don't you hate it when the radio ruins good songs by playing them over and over? - No. Because if the radio doesn't do that, I do. I'm a repeat offender. Do you watch Trading Spaces? - Is that still on? How do you eat oreos? - Double-Stuf only and Center first. Have you ever stayed online for a very long time waiting for someone? - Who me? Are you cocky? - duh. Could you live without a computer? - No. Well technically yes, but WHY WOULD I WANT TO? Do you wear your shoes in the house? - flip flops or big fuzzy slippers. Who or what sleeps with you? - depends on the night. Every night the pug. a few nights a week the pug and the husband (depends on work) and every once in a while, a cat. At what age did you find out that Santa wasn't real? - 5th grade. Shut up. I was naive. How many phones, house phones and cell phones are in your house? - 3 cell phones, 4 cordless phones for 1 landline number What do you do when you're sad? - I used to eat. Now I go to the gym. If I need to cry, I watch a tear jerker. Who would you call first if you won the lottery? BFF Last time you saw your best friend? I have 2 Best Friends. I saw my one from high school just the other day, my adult bff, I saw in August. Are you in high school? - no. Though some would beg to differ if you're talking maturity. What jewelry are you wearing? - wedding band Is anyone on your bad side now? - someone is always on my bad side. What's the first thing you do when you get online? - check my email then blog Do you watch Grey's Anatomy? -Yes, especially now that Kevin McKidd has joined the cast. It can continue to be a suckfest as long as he's there for me to watch. How do most people spell your name? -Mellisa (seriously, it's 1 L 2 S) Would you wear a boy/girlfriends clothes? - so this is a sore point for me. remember that cute claire danes gap commercial where she would put on the boyfriend pant? I so wanted to be able to do that. However, I have hips. And will probably never be able to wear the boyfriend pant. But yes, I would if I could. I do love wearing men's button downs. Where do you work? - write at home, and starting Monday, part-time accounting for a power company What are you doing tomorrow? - writing Is Justin Timberlake becoming the next Michael Jackson? - God I hope not. I ♥ JT Favorite name for a girl? - Zoe Favorite name for a boy? - besides Ian and Rader? Quinn Will you/Did you keep your last name when you get married? - It's my middle name now. When was the last time you left your house? - this morning Do you return your cart? - I always put it in the cart return. People who don't return their carts should be open targets for running over. Or tasered. (stay tuned for a new blog topic) Do you have a dishwasher? -Yes. What noise do you hear? - a snoring pug Would you survive in prison? - I would not only survive, I would take over and make that bitch mine. Who is the youngest in your family? - Rader is the youngest human. Ruby is the youngest animal. If all of your friends were going on a road trip, who would most likey overpack? - Me. Even though I know I'm only going to wear a few things, and 1 pair of shoes, I can't seem to stop myself from packing 'just in case' items. Do you know anyone with the same name as you? Yes. What's the last thing you purchased? a new outfit 1 SIZE SMALLER! Do your siblings ever pay for stuff for you? No What brand are your pants right now? - um. mens oversized PJ pants? Ever been to Georgia (the state)? - yes What irritates you most on the internet? - when I'm online and want to play (read as procrastinating) and nobody else is around. What brand is your digital camera? - Panasonic Do you watch movies with your parents? - not very often. Never with Dad. What song best describes your life right now? - Everything Changes--STAIND Do you own expensive perfume/cologne? - no Are you taking college classes right now? - no Do you like sushi? -no. it's a texture thing Do you get your hair cut every month? - every 8 weeks Do you go online everyday? -um. yeah. If I could be online while I sleep I would be. And in the shower. Also, I pretty much sleep with crackberry, too. I know. it's a sickness. posted by Mel Francis @ 3:04 PM |
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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Here's this morning's message: I can imagine that from your perspective, it must seem like some truly awful things happen in time and space. So if you wouldn't mind, I'd like to weigh in.Thought that was worth sharing. Even the Hubba, hubba. Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 5:28 AM |
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Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Writing update: Yesterday was a writing bust because I spent the majority of the day deciphering my son's microscopic handwriting and then last night, I taught him how to properly edit his research paper. I was cross-eyed by the time it was over. Today will be a different story. Labels: chatter, fun, misc., writing posted by Mel Francis @ 8:13 AM |
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Tuesday, September 09, 2008
It's important to hit the mark with my audience. Like the Mac ads. Those hit the mark. They are a bucket of win and they make me laugh. They're funny because they're true. Take this one about Vista. (which is the reason I switched to Mac...) I love these commercials. Actually, I spent most of this morning re-watching them. I know. I'm supposed to be working. Sorry. Here's a link to 15 ads. 7 minutes of commercials that you pretty much can't stop watching... Those folks at Apple know what they're doing: More Mac Ads Which brings me to the new ads for Microsoft. Or what I like to call exactly what I don't want to do when I'm marketing. Bore my audience to tears. I don't get it. It's not funny. Not even close. And aren't they two years too late in responding to Apple? Microsoft missed the mark in my opinion. Instead of spending money trying to 'one up' the Mac ads, they might should focus on trying to create a superior product. Because Vista sux ass. And btw, this is NOT the way to revive Jerry Seinfeld's career. And this brings me back round to my point. Marketing appropriately is important. And Microsoft? U R doing it rong.  Labels: misc., writing, you tube posted by Mel Francis @ 8:03 AM |
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Thursday, September 04, 2008
USA Drug is about a half mile from the house and perfect for a quick errand. Usually. I load up my basket with my 6 items. I get in line. And I wait. and wait. The clerk seems a little slow (I don't mean slow as in slow. I mean just not in a real big hurry.) But we finally get to the lady in front of me. She scans her 40 This is where my head nearly popped-the-fuck-off. The clerk took each coupon and found the exact item in the bag before she would scan the coupon. The lady gave her at least 10 coupons. She had 5 bags full of shit. It took the clerk another 10 minutes to scan the coupons. I wish I was kidding. They did not open another line, so of course, by the time the clerk finished, there were at least 5 people in line behind me. I nearly screamed at her. Instead, I tweeted. I felt amazingly better after that. /end rant posted by Mel Francis @ 6:01 PM |
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Sunday, August 17, 2008
If things go right, tomorrow this blog will be pointing to the new website. Keep your fingers crossed. Here's a teaser for ya:  what you think? Are you intrigued?thank you Chrissy for all your amazing and very fast work. You are a bucket of awesome. posted by Mel Francis @ 10:17 AM |
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Wednesday, June 04, 2008
He might be able to wear shoes by the weekend. I guess since he can't play basketball, this means we can go to the lake... LOL The Mel Report I'm having a hard time with this back to work thing. I haven't written anything since I started the job. I haven't exercised either. I can't seem to work that stuff into the new schedule because when I get off work, I swear all I do is run the kids around. You would think that leaving work at 1:00 would give me plenty of time to workout, write, and clean my stinky house. But no. I leave at 1:00, run home, pick up Ian, run him somewhere. Come back, to the house, take Rader somewhere else. Buy groceries or run other important errands. Cook dinner. Bitch about the state of my house. Pick up the boys and collapse in the couch to watch one of the reality shows I'm obsessed with. (don't judge me.) I made progress last night by opening my latest proposal and reading through it. So maybe I'll be able to find my groove again. I think part of the problem is the family has adjusted to me being around all the time whereas before, when I got off work and sat at the computer, they would leave me alone. Now...not so much. Plus, the kids have to be driven places here, not like in Oxford where I could just give them $20 and say "Go to the square." Or I could kick them out and say, "Find some friends and go to the park. Come back before dark." We do have a park within walking distance here, but their friends are spread out...so it's like coordinating a military coup. I don't really miss Oxford, but I miss some aspects of it...like the kid thing and my friends (Hey guys! I know you're reading this!) Speaking of friends: Seven of us are going to see Sex and the City again tomorrow night. Jealous? You totally should be. I can't wait to see it again!!! Labels: damn kids, friends, misc., writing posted by Mel Francis @ 8:06 AM |
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Monday, March 03, 2008
God I struggled to get out of bed this morning. I slept great until the paper guy came. See, he drives a monster truck and it must be starving because it growls so loud that it wakes me up every morning. They usually come around 4:30 but this morning, they came arrived  a little before 4:00Since it's been so lovely here these last two days/nights, we've been sleeping with the windows open. Which was fabulous for the comfort level, but disastrous for sleeping through the night. That is a loud-ass truck. And we've discovered that the paper guy is actually paper people. There are at least 2 of them and they tag team. They carry the papers to the door (which is fabulous on one hand) but when you have the windows open, you can hear them shouting their plans of attack. Anyway, this morning, the monster truck rumbled and roared before 4:00 an the paper-people attacked the neighborhood with gusto, and I never seemed to get back to sleep. So now I'm drinking coffee like it's lifeblood, glaring at my kids whose very existence is on my nerves this morning, and wondering if I'm going to make it through the day without taking a nap. Gee Mel, cranky much? Labels: misc., paper people, seasons posted by Mel Francis @ 7:05 AM |
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Friday, February 29, 2008
I will say, all 3 did not disappoint. Especially LOST. Wow. Powerful. I cried. I will stick it out a little longer with Lipstick Jungle. It redeemed itself last night. And as far as Survivor goes? I love it when the "weak" teams take control. Heh. posted by Mel Francis @ 9:07 AM |
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Thursday, February 28, 2008
Anyway, I drive up to the DMV and see a police car and I think please don't let him see my woefully expired tags. I park and start to get out of my van when I realize something isn't quite right. Um, there is a car where the DMV walls used to be. I think, hmmmm, this is sure an extreme way to show kids that drinkin' and drivin' is uncool. But that isn't what they were doing. No. Some poor little old lady missed the brakes and punched the gas, launching her Dodge 300C over a 6 inch embankment, into the DMV. Nobody was hurt, but apparently a lady did an awesome Jason Bourne move over the counter to avoid getting hit. But wait! There's more! So, it's still business as usual inside the DMV. Of course, cell phones are snapping pictures a plenty. I took 3 pics, but can't get them to download, so you'll have to live with the picture from the paper for now.  I walk in, get my number, sit and wait. And that's when I hear the following conversation: Lady: I still need to get my drivers license renewed. Do you think I can still do that? Me: uncontrollable laughter. (Oh, honey. You do know you just drove your car into the DMV. Right?) Cop: Ma'am I think you have a little more on your plate to worry about right now. Let's just get through this, okay? Lady: But my license expires Friday. Me: more giggles (this shit writes itself!) Cop: Yes, ma'am. Now, don't get me wrong. I wanted to just wrap that woman up in a big ol' hug. She was obviously in shock. But c'mon. You know that's the funniest thing ever. That conversation was an Awesome Casserole. If I had written that in a book, nobody would believe it. Labels: awesome casserole, misc., wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 8:20 AM |
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Sunday, February 24, 2008
I finished the rough draft of my synopsis and 23 pages of my new proposal. I'm not sharing anything yet, except that it is another YA Paranormal. And it's fun. Now I'm watching Blade Trinity with the boys (can you believe I haven't seen this movie?) and we're having a lot of fun with Ryan Reynold's character. He cracks me up. See y'all bright and early tomorrow morning. Kisses. Labels: friends, misc., writing posted by Mel Francis @ 5:02 PM |
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Thursday, February 21, 2008
But I'm going to add a few words to the list myself.
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Monday, February 18, 2008
What was even more fun was watching my son crush hard on this girl. He really likes her. They're "dating" now. Not that you can really date in 8th grade, but what else can you call it? Anyway, when he looks at her or talks about her, his ears turn red. Cutest. Thing. Ever. Saturday night, Fishdog and I took Rader to see the Spiderwick Chronicles. I haven't read the books, but the movie was very cute. I'm betting the books are loads better. I hated the cheesy way they filmed the ending of the movie. I'm sure that in the books it was less melodramatic and super cheesy. It almost ruined a perfectly lovely film for me. Rader enjoyed it. We would've gone to see Jumper, but Ian and his girlfriend went and I didn't want them to feel like I was watching over them. (though I totally wanted to spy) Today is a holiday, so the kids are out of school. I'm going to get them out of the house at some point. But until then, I've got to get back to work on my new proposal. Check you later, bitches. posted by Mel Francis @ 8:21 AM |
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Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Love Me or Leave Me by Rooney Ruby by Kaiser Chiefs Muddy Ground by The Charlatans UK Frying Pan Eyes by Golden Smog Think Twice by Eve 6 Deep by Nickelback Deny by Default Gotta Get Away by The Offspring Yeah, I'm mixing it up tonight...trying to get out of a funk. I hate it when I'm feeling pouty and negative. One of my biggest goals this year was to cut as much negativity out of my life and focus on only the good. Focus on people and thoughts that uplift my spirit. Sometimes it's damn hard to be a cheerleader. And I don't mean a rah-rah girl in the sense that I'm chipper all the time. I just mean it's hard not to dwell on those ugly feelings when down. And something happened today that really brought me down. But I'm better now. Promise. So, I cranked up the tunes and started dancing around the house. I totally looked like a fool, but by the 3rd song, I was feeling 100% better. Then I cracked open the bottle of Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc that I had planned to  have for Valentine's Night with Fishdog, but he won't be home now until Friday night, so I decided it would go to much better use tonight. Sorry Fishdog. You missed out. Maybe we'll have another bottle after my next sale to celebrate. (or would that be salebrate?) For V-day, my mom and I are taking the boys to Cheeburger, Cheeburger--their fave burger place. I am going to fast all day so I can eat my yummy guacamole burger with chipotle sauce and Tobasco. Oh my. My mouth just watered.Sadly, I no longer get the appeal of Valentine's day. I guess I've become a cynic in my old age. Who knew? I write romantic stories but poo-poo V-day. I'm a walking enigma. You know what my problem with V-day is? The lack of planning. Men and women alike feel compelled to get their loved one something and so they just run out and grab whatever they think will work. Last minute flowers from Kroger, the last Whitman's sampler from Walgreens, the Air Supply music card...(oh wait, I totally wanted that card). If you're gonna do V-day, do it right. Surprise him or her and plan for it. (what a concept) Don't do like the rest of the idiots I saw shopping at Walgreens tonight. I would rather get a single tulip on a random Tuesday than roses on Valentine's Day. And I would love, just once, to be surprised. And you can surprise me on any day...not just V-day. So, there's your unsolicited Valentine's Day advice from a woman who used to love all holidays. Now if you'll excuse me, Buckcherry's Crazy Bitch is playing now, and I must dance. posted by Mel Francis @ 7:06 PM |
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Wednesday, February 06, 2008
 I've never been a morning person. As a matter of fact, I used to refer to those blasted folks (Fishdog)who rise from sleep all chipper and shit, as people who suffer from Morning Syndrome. But as I've gotten older lately, I'm realizing I'm becoming one of those people. I wake up before 6 a.m. every day. On my own. Before my alarm. And I'm awake-awake. Not just "my eyes are open" awake. And for those of you who don't think "before 6" is early--go away. It is. Knowing I have to get up in a half hour anyway, I usually just get out of bed. Sometimes I lay there and do some "serious thinking" about my book. (we don't call it plotting, because what I do is the loosest form of plotting known to man.) This is where I came up with my brilliant new title for my brilliant new YA that I'm working on. I woke up, it was early, and the title just JUMPED into my head. I love it when that happens, though I hate having to get out of bed to act on it. I wouldn't mind being a morning person if the bed wasn't so damn warm and comfortable. I hate leaving my snuggly cocoon, even if I am wide-freaking awake. And sweet Ruby is always burrowed against me and Fishdog's feet are always keeping mine warm. But no. I must do what I must do. Motherhood calls. Breakfast must be fixed (today was waffles). Kids must be micromanaged (how many times did I tell Rader to brush his teeth today? Anyone care to guess?) The dogs must be fed and let outside. The cats must be worshipped. And the blog must be written. See the sacrifices I make for you? Tell me, are you a morning person on purpose? Have you always been? Or are you slowly becoming one as you get older ? Labels: misc., the kids, writing posted by Mel Francis @ 7:14 AM |
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Monday, February 04, 2008
 This picture (#2 in the line up) was hands down my favorite of them all. I was honestly surprised at how many folks chose the serious looking hand-to-face shot. And though I liked the mug photo, it felt just a little bit too, "Maxwell House" to me.So it came down to the two "Smiling" pics. What really surprised me the most was that my favorite was the least favorite of the masses. As soon as I saw the picture, I knew it would be the one I would use. It just felt relaxed and warm and real. Some of the others just looked posed and I really didn't want to go that route. Anyway, as the lovely Terri Garey said, you better like the one you pick, because you're stuck with it for a long time. So, I went with my gut and against the popular choice. But it sure was fun seeing what everyone said. Labels: misc., pictures, writing posted by Mel Francis @ 2:14 PM |
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Tuesday, January 29, 2008
 Today, I get my author photos taken. How cool is that? These photos will be in my author promo kit the publisher will be sending out to booksellers, etc. You know, to create buzz. So my picture has to be buzz-inspiring. I could wear a bee costume. Of course then I would just look like the "bee girl" from that Blind Melon video, all growed up. I'm not sure that's the kind of buzz I want to create. (btw, I loved that video and I related so much to bee girl when that song came out. I wonder whatever happened to her) Anyway, stay tuned for some pics. Probably, I'll have you guys vote...and maybe I'll listen. You never know with me. Here enjoy the video while you wait... Labels: misc., writing, you tube posted by Mel Francis @ 6:25 AM |
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Friday, January 25, 2008
It's just a little bit of sleet. It's not even sticking. The city workers can de-ice the bridges and overpasses if we're not all on the damn freeway. I bet money the s  tores have been wiped clean of their milk and bread. Because, as you all know, we can't have sleet or snow without an ample supply of milk and bread.Especially since it's only supposed to be 54 degrees tomorrow. We may be stuck inside Forever. *rolling eyes* Labels: idiots, misc., the kids, wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 12:24 PM |
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Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Cake, I tell you. Cake. I made it to the gym this morning. One more day to go to meet my goal of 3 days this week. Maybe I'll do a bonus 4th day just cuz I'm feeling good. On my list of things to do today: Work on manuscript Buy a corkboard Buy cake mix for school fundraiser Do laundry and clean kitchen On a sad note, I'm just sick about the death of Heath Ledger. Sigh. Not only was he beautiful to look at, but he was a brilliant, young actor and father. Anyway, I know there is death everyday and we put celebrities up on a ridiculously high pedestal and it seems weird to mourn a man that I never knew. But honestly, he seemed like a good egg--like he was one of the actors who could redeem Hollywood to some extent. Labels: friends, goals, misc., writing posted by Mel Francis @ 11:20 AM |
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Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Today, I have a hair appointment. Then I need to come home and work on my manuscript. I had planned to go to the gym today, but I'm a little sore from yesterday's workout, so I may not make it. My fitness goals for the year are going well. I've had a couple of setbacks, but overall, I've lost a little over 10% toward my goal. I feel great. I've actually cut out coffee and diet sodas. It's been over two weeks since I've had either. I didn't really mean to cut them out, it just happened. So, I'm going with it. Reading wise, I've been chipping away at my RITA books. My stack is interesting and I'm hoping that I'll discover at least one new author...if not more. What's going on in your life today? Anything fun? Special? Nothing at all? Happy Tuesday, y'all. Labels: exercise, misc., writing posted by Mel Francis @ 8:14 AM |
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Wednesday, January 16, 2008
You take a chance when you name someone in a blog, because people google themselves or their friends/family google them. And you have to decide if this is someone you possibly want to reconnect with or not. I had no problem reconnecting with Denton, so on the off chance he might find me, I named him. Denton and I stayed pals throughout high school, even after he moved away from Bryant to Searcy. He joined the Marine Corps and we still stayed in touch. The last time I saw Denton was 10 years ago at our 10 year high school reunion. If you haven't figured out where this post is going, then you're too slow to be reading my blog. Go away. Anyway, Denton contacted me the other day. We emailed and chatted on the phone and I figure we'll meet for lunch sometime soon. Little known facts about the 9th grade love affair between Melissa McKenzie and Denton McDonald.
In honor of this nostalgic moment, I give you: Spandau Ballet Labels: misc., nostalgia, secrets posted by Mel Francis @ 9:41 AM |
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Monday, January 14, 2008
Actually, I was all better yesterday...but I was so tired of sitting that I literally worked on the house from sun-up to sun-down. Fishdog gives a play-by-play on his blog. Don't feel like you need to rush right over there and check it out. You've got time. He probably won't post again for a month. Today, I finish cleaning and hanging pictures and blinds, while I wait to hear from fab editor to see if she liked my inspired changes. This week's checklist:
What do you guys have going on? Anything fun? Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 9:06 AM |
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Monday, January 07, 2008
I know, my lack of words is a shock to those of you who know me. Go ahead; take a moment to write this date down. January 7, 2008: Mel Francis was speechless. Hah. I really didn't say I was speechless. I said I had nothing valuable to say. There is a difference. I can talk all damn day about nothing if I need to. Today I spoke to both my fab agent and my fab editor. That was pretty cool. Ian started his stint at Sylvan Learning Centers today. I'll let you know how that goes. Rader said his tongue looked normal all day. I think maybe he was disappointed that it no longer looked like Leatherface. I for one, am relieved. Fishdog is going to Oxford this week. You guys take him out for a beer and get him on the soccer fields. Oh! I got notification that I get to judge the RITAs this year. Now that is pretty cool. My first year as a "Published Author" so I get to judge the published books. Rockin'! Hm. That's really it, unless you wanna hear about the lawn guys who spent 2 hours next door blowing leaves and it was loud as shit because it was 75 degrees here and we had our windows open and the damn dogs barked at them the entire time. Yeah, that was fun. Love y'all. Maybe I'll have a real blog tomorrow. Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 10:30 PM |
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Friday, January 04, 2008
Vajority: The majority of women. As in: The vajority will vote for Hillary in 2008. So, thanks to Feisty's fabulous suggestion, I'm taking vajority to the HNL ( 'hole nubba lebel). From now on, we're no longer going to have Girl's Night Out. Oh no. It's Vajority Night. C'mon ladies! Sing with me.
Labels: HNL, misc., vajority night, wtf posted by Mel Francis @ 9:20 AM |
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Thursday, January 03, 2008
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Monday, December 31, 2007
Obviously, I couldn't sleep last night. Couldn't seem to get comfy. I was going to write but, of course, now I'm sleepy. I'm sure if I go back to bed, I'll lay there and stare straight ahead. I hate waking up predawn. It is one of my least favorite things of all time. Labels: misc. posted by Mel Francis @ 4:49 AM |
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Sunday, December 30, 2007
Whatever. Ian had a $100 gift cert at Hollister and he spent $60. He's totally right, boys and shopping don't mix. Sigh. I would've spent $150 and assumed Mom would catch my overage. But hey, I'm a girl. That's what we do.  Ruby has just found her place as Supreme Ruler of the Francis Household. Well, almost. The cats pity her because she believes she is the Supreme Ruler, but they know they are far superior. Poor misguided Pug.I'm getting to know my MacBook and I like it for the most part. It has a couple of annoying little things to it, like it just stops connecting to the internet whenever it feels like it and I can't just 'reconnect' it, I have to restart it. I'm sure there's a setting somewhere that we haven't found yet. But the good news is, the restart time is so much quicker than my PC. I never wanted to turn that damn thing off because it would be a good ten minutes before I could do anything. And that was a huge frustration. Oh, I bought Fishdog the hardcover (I was 286 out of the 300 sold!) version of Wil Wheaton's latest book, The Happiest Days of our Lives. I am trying to let Fishdog read it first, but I finally caved and read a story. Now I know my husband is going to totally dig this book. But I'm afraid he's going to have to conquer Legends of Rock III before he'll sit down and read it. Sigh. I'm beginning to think getting Rock Band might not be such a great idea...we're all way too addicted already. Happy Sunday, y'all. I'm about to grab my 2nd cuppa and pull up Love Sux and write a little. Gotta get the first chapter to editor by 1/15 (along with my acknowledgments, which I'm afraid might be a chapter by itself) Then I think I'm going to start plotting out (I use "plotting" in the loosest way possible)Back to Blue which is going to be a lot of fun. Labels: books, damn kids, fishdog, misc., must buys, writing posted by Mel Francis @ 10:06 AM |
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Saturday, December 29, 2007
It was a brisk 28 degrees when I took my jaunt to Kroger, but the sun was out and the skies were blue. I love clear, blue, cold days. They make the temperature seem bearable. I think I'll take the dogs for a walk in a little bit. Yesterday, when the fog began to lift, I sat down and wrote three pages to the first chapter of Love Sux. That felt great. I love starting a new book. Of course, I'm not really starting a new story with Love Sux, but it is a new beginning. Okay, I'm off to enjoy my coffee and danish, then I think I'll see if I can finish chapter one. We'll see... posted by Mel Francis @ 9:42 AM |
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Friday, December 28, 2007
But it's better. I actually ate something today and I TASTED it. Whoot! I didn't really eat because I was hungry, I ate because I was so lightheaded and dizzy. I've been living on medication and water alone. Not. Good. I literally slept the majority of yesterday away. When I wasn't sleeping, I was vegging out to soaps, Law and Order reruns, and reading Twilight. I finished Twilight this morning. Wow. Someone, somewhere called this book 'seductive' and you know what, she was right. It is technically a YA but I was totally drawn into the world Stephenie Meyer built. Very engaging...and seductive. I highly recommend this read--even if you think you're 'so over' the vampire thing. You're not over this. Y'all got any big plans for the weekend? I'm going to start working on chapter one of Love Sux! (the sequel to Bite Me!) I also have a new women's fiction story that has been brewing non-stop lately that I need to jot down. I'm tentatively calling it Back to Blue but I'm not sure if that's the real title. We'll see. Labels: misc., must buys, sick, writing posted by Mel Francis @ 12:36 PM |
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Thursday, December 27, 2007
Because I'm sick as a dog. I felt it coming on Christmas Eve. Christmas Day I felt kinda lousy but it was manageable. Yesterday I thought was the worst. But I was wrong. The worst so far, is today.  Ruby and I finally got out of bed at 11:00 after going to bed around 10:00 last night. We're watching soaps today. I started reading Twilight (the ONLY book I got for Christmas, can you believe that?) but it was too difficult for me to focus. So, I'm watching mind-numbing soap operas instead.I should hear from fabulous editor today or tomorrow about my revisions. I hope I nailed them. I have decided that if I can do revisions during the two weeks prior to Christmas while I unpacking and with a sick kid (yes, his Christmas present to me), then I can do anything. I just hope I did them right. LOL posted by Mel Francis @ 12:49 PM |
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Friday, December 21, 2007
I have always considered myself to be "bicomputeral." I have always enjoyed different aspects of both Macs and PCs. Fishdog is a Mac guy all the way. I've always purchased PC laptops for myself because I was most familiar with them since that's what I'd always worked on when I worked 8-5. So last year when my old Dell gave me the blue screen of death, I decided to buy a new Dell. I mean, why shouldn't I? My old one last me 5 years and I never had a problem. Actually, we had it rebuilt and it's still going strong. (Okay, it's a little janky, being held together with duct tape, but it is the little PC that could...) I thought I loved my new Dell. It was pretty. And Vista had it's pretty little moments...(it really was trying very hard to be a Mac) but I just couldn't get it to work for me. After a few months, I was ready to chuck it. Seriously. I contemplated going back to XP but honestly, I wasn't even sure it was worth it because I loathed my computer so much. It would freeze up when I closed it. It would just restart when it felt like it. The 4 hour battery lasted 4 hours ONCE. Then it went to 1 and a half hours. I hated that computer. I can say one thing about the "Mac vs PC" commercials...they are dead on. Apple's marketing dept deserves a big fat raise. This sums it up perfectly for me: Today I am typing to you from my brand new refurbed MacBook. It's a cute little thing. It will take me a little time to learn the ins and outs of it but thankfully I have a Mac Guy in the house with me who has offered personal tutoring sessions. On a happier note, my momma bought me a new desk for Christmas so now I have a place to work. It's been pretty damn difficult doing revisions while not having a workspace. (please take note of who has made herself at home in the lower part of the desk)  Oh, and Happy Birthday Party, Feisty! I hope tonight rocks! Labels: misc., must buys, writing, you tube posted by Mel Francis @ 8:33 AM |
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