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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-03-07

Having a meta-Sunday. I will get out of my head, though, and do a show, I promise #
Promised to do a show, and I will. It might just be an Early Morning Monday edition #
found my 1st Gen nano Seems so damn antique at this point! #
settling in for a quiet evening while he sleeps… #
Tomorrow starts a journey down a path I know is tricky. Here's hoping I make it to the finish. #smokefree #
Today's weather: snain (snow n rain) #
Songs to quit smokes by: Teeth by Lady GaGa #
Songs to Quit Smokes By: All Apologies by Nirvana #
Made it without any real struggles so far. Mentally, I'm ready for this….#smokefree #
24 hours and my body continues to heal. This isn't easy, and trying to do it is scary, but I know I'll be a better man for it. #smokefree #
♪What I'm listening to: These Days – ATB #
♪What I'm listening to: Made Of Glass – ATB #
Check out the 2.35 mi walk I did with @runkeeper #runkeeper http://bit.ly/dxcxsi #
♪What I'm listening to: Long Way Home – ATB #
♪What I'm listening to: Some Things Just Are The Way They Are – ATB #
♪What I'm listening to: Sirens Of The Sea (Above & Beyond Club Mix) – OceanLab #
and the workday is already overwhelming…fabulous! Vive le LUNCH break! #
kind of in a take-no-shit kinda of mood. a bit of a nic craving, a bit tired, and feeling overwhelmed a little…not a great combo, but… #
RT @universalhub: Kenmore Square jeans store held up at gunpoint yesterday http://bit.ly/bEOsQg //CAREFUL OUT THERE! #
United States of Tara, 6 Feet Under, Mad Men, Alias, Oz. You next!#fivefavoritedramas #
What I'm listening to: Right Here (Departed) Brandy♪♩♬♫ for @cranky_pants. We will get there, together. #brandy #
Lunch #
So it's day 1. Been a little more enraged today, but also didn't sleep well last night.Could use coffee, but that's a trigger… #smokefree #
and by day 1, I mean day 2 #
RT @txalan: Can I call it day? // ME TOO?? #
Each minute, each hour I'm getting better. Sense of smell has increased a lot! Got to find better ways to cope with work stress. #smokefree #
Such a beautiful baby! Love my new niece Tracey! #
♪What I'm listening to: Memory – Fragma #
Day 3 and feeling like a truck hit me.Very restless sleep, still a little ragey and light-headed.Could use a day to sleep.Still #smokefree #
so, I've transitioned from being grumpy/angry/nic-fit boy to just plain tired and grumpy. I suppose that's a good thing…I NEED solid zzzs #
free burrito at @Boloco on School St = perfect lunch/afternoon snack! Line is long but moving very quick – great service w/smiles! #
rolling through day 3 and it's much easier today…awful tastes in my mouth, and weird sensations in my my nose/throat/sinuses… #smokefree #
Wanted to have a great dinner w Nate…spent the entire time nic-fitting and enraged…bad night. Still #smokefree #
Morning all…not a whole lotta sleep, but certainly not as upset as I was last night…here's to another day #smokefree #
Doing the best I can with the strength I've got. Not superhuman…simply human. #smokefree #
12 hrs ago: WIDE STONKIN' AWAKE. Now? can barely keep my eyes open… #
strolled BostonCommon in the snowfall…very tranquil. #
Not my finest day, and I resolve to do better tomorrow. Reminding myself I'm human is quiet comfort #smokefree #
What I'm listening to: My Saving Grace ATB♪♩♬♫ #atb #
One more shift at DSW to go #
Bed…and hopes of a full nights rest. #
Ahhh…Friday! Good morning all got a full nights sleep and feeling good. #smokefree #
the password for my workstation at work is Fiji…everyday, I'm reminded of a place I want to visit one day… #
RT @massteacher: RT @GlobeEducation: Dramatic shake-up planned at 12 Boston public schools – http://b.globe.com/91X6pQ #
So, Boston's weather forecast is looking pretty good for the weekend. Anything going on? @BostonTweet @universalhub #
okay..the "Download Full Movies" group on FB? total spam, total junk…BEWARE. I keep getting it from my friends on FB…. #
Finally Friday Freedom: last shift at DSW, weekend with Nate and Friends…and lotsa sun. It's gonna be awesome #
Last shift at DSW tonight…relief. #
What I'm listening to: Teeth Lady GaGa♪♩♬♫ MARCHING ORDERS #ladygaga #
DONE #
Sleep is apparently not my strongest suit… #
Where's a good place in Boston to see the sun rise? #
Fabulous day in Boston! http://twitpic.com/16yen8 #
Wandering around Beacon Hill area. Pics to follow later #spring #

Mar 07, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-28

SoundByte 58 on it's way shortly #
There's a little too much cute in this weeks show…beware. #
shout out to @jcmarple for a segment of this week's show #
Coffee, camera, good shoes, and sunshine = Off on a wander around Boston on a lovely day! #
Apart from the ever-present wind, had a great wander through Boston's financial district. Pics to follow #
♪So far away [Original Mix] – Kaskade #
♪The One (Freemasons Vocal Club Mix – M1 Edit) – Kylie Minogue #
♪You can have it all – Zoo Brazil #
♪Sensitivity – Shapeshifters #
♪With You – Electrobios #
♪Nadia – Shogun #
Jesus…it's like some monster took over my music stream…I keep posting songs!! #
♪Armin Van Buuren – Never say Never #
♪Party Of Politics [Original Club Mix] – EDX #
♪Always – BT #
♪The Ghost In You – BT #
Ack!! My "In the Mood" App has hijacked my iTunes! #
♪Le Nocturne De Lumiere – BT #
♪#308 Trance Around The World with Above & Beyond – Above & Beyond #
So yeah…can't isolate the prob with music tweets…may need a new Twitter acct… #
I *despise* Sunday train service in Boston… #
Just had an amazing experience with a beautiful family. Will go into details tomorrow #
It's official: headed to Ethiopia for two weeks at the end of May. Very excited! Details in a post tomorrow morning #
What I'm listening to: Far Beyond ATB♪♩♬♫ #atb #
For some reason, I'm ok with Monday this week…a good thing. #
Loving the sun at lunch…esp since the rest of the week is looking likes wash, weather-wise. #
Work… #
What I'm listening to: Tonight (Above & Beyond Mix) Dirty Vegas♪♩♬♫ #dirtyvegas #
hmm…for some reason, I'm super sound sensitive today…could use a nice quiet room of my own today. #
I know I'll live to regret this, but if this is a weatherman's version of a rainy day, I can deal with it (not a drop on the ground yet!) #
Off to Needham for in-law dinner #
I am filing taxes, and want to personally thank DSW for screwing up my deductions…now I owe. #
♪Rain [Seamus Haji Big Love Remix] – Mika #
ugh..owe $661…but getting a refund from MA to offset some of that (thankfully) #
Tears for Fears "Everybody Wants to Rule the World" … Just LOVE this song! #
love me love me say that you love me #
hmmm…data entry is soul-sucking #dailyrevelations #
RT @someecards Sarah Palin's dilemma: http://some.ly/cD8nRU //So true… #
Drunkie Nate quote: your hands are cubicles.
He meant ice cubes #
deep in the trenches of work, and yet my thoughts are elsewhere… #
Geek Cute? Chemistry professor named 2010-2012 Alfred P. Sloan Research Fellow – SMU: http://bit.ly/duxYt0 via @addthis #
using Pandora to entertain myself at work, and its like it reached inside my music library and is playing from it…does Pandora do that? #
RT @AndyTowle: UPDATE: Dubai Mall Evacuated as Aquarium Cracks http://bit.ly/ak0nYT … THE SEA ANIMALS ARE TAKING OVER! #
just listened to Olbermann's show from last night…very powerful commentary #HCR #Obama #
Bova's calzone for dinner…delish! #
Ugh…not happy about going back out in this 'liquid subshine.' oh well. I know I float more than melt #
That 10 minute catnap was a tease…back to work (DSW) tonight. 8 more days n I'm a free bird!! #
Water does flow uphill…when driven by gale-force winds! Who knew?! #
Glad to see @cranky_pants made it home safe to Boston in the middle of this weather chaos outside. #
Nordic race-skiing is so intriguing… #
Great commercial P&G #olympics #
Well done USA Men in Nordic Combined! #
In such a good mood! I'm an uncle again, it's Friday, and there's a good tune in my ears #
More precip in Boston…frozen kind #
♪What I'm listening to: Shut Your Eyes – Snow Patrol #
♪What I'm listening to: Warmer Climate – Snow Patrol #
♪What I'm listening to: You Could Be Happy – Snow Patrol #
G'mornin' all #
What I'm listening to: Love Will Find You (ATB and Heather Nova) ATB♪♩♬♫ #atb #
Nearly home for a stint with Nate before we get on with our weekends #
sipping a little liquid sunshine and heading out into the night shortly. #
What I'm listening to: Edge Of A Broken Heart (Anton Bass Radio Edit) Kim Sozzi♪♩♬♫ #kimsozzi #
Warm scala bread from Bova's Bakery smells divine. #
What I'm listening to: Take Your Time The Love Bite♪♩♬♫ #thelovebite #
So nice to see a father enjoying the company of his two sons (as seen on the train tonight) #

Feb 28, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-21

Strolling to the wharfs along Boston's north end waterfront. Just need some cold crisp air. #
What I'm listening to: Swept Away – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
It's now the Year of the Tiger! Grrrowll! #
#lastfm #love A New Day by ATB http://bit.ly/9mhbu #
New pictures: February Days http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=320 #
A Blog to Follow: http://mennonnosapiens.com #
#lastfm #love River by Sarah McLachlan http://bit.ly/7cogE #
RT @BostonTweet Looking for a VDay treat w/bite?Flour Bakery has an entire batch of Anti-Vday cookies just for you.http://twitpic.com/138c2l #
It's actually not unbearably cold out today…this is a nice surprise! #
Peaceful day as @cranky_pants recovers from a week spent prepping food to delight other peoples 'special someones.' Bakers need sleep too. #
So @cranky_pants is up making dinner, and has suggested we have a viewing of "Whatever Happened to Baby Jane." I think this is a FAB thing. #
Catching some of the Olympics before dinner. Wmns Speed Skating. Go USA!!! #
Ended up watching Running With Scissors. Another good movie #
Its a day mostly off (work at 6pm). Feels like a blank slate day. Oh the possibilities! #
School app? Done! Now to work on my FAFSA and figure out letters of recommendation… #
#lastfm #love Gravity (2010 ATB Club Mix) by ATB http://bit.ly/841mEe #
Finally did a podcast it's a long one…watch this space for more… #
What I'm listening to: Shades of Love – Josh Gallahan ♫♬♪♪ :::dancing while cleaning house::: #
I like the idea of being a house husband. I really, really do #
ahhh…clean kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. #goodhousehusbandry #
I believe the USS Constitution is having a 21-gun salute to the Presidents #
BOOM BANG BOOM #
Nate's home, getting gussied up to take me out to lunch! http://twitpic.com/13fts4 #
Lunch/Dinner with Nate — at Wagamama http://gowal.la/s/3Qkw #
Leaving the comfort of my home to go hawk shoes… #
Got that liberation sensation again #
What I'm listening to: I Love You (Cosmic Gate Remix) – Kyau & Albert ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Shades of Love – Josh Gallahan ♫♬♪♪ for @cranky_pants! #
Mardi Gras tomorrow #
#lastfm #love A Million Stars by BT http://bit.ly/cCoQLY #
Snow!! #
What I'm listening to: Every Other Way – BT ♫♬♪♪ beautiful song #
being taken to lunch for Chinese New Year Thx boss! #
off for a Chinese New Year's Lunch Happy Year of the Tiger everyone! #
Full of Dim Sum, ready for a nap… #
I just voted for http://tweetphoto.com/11615737 check it out! #TweetPhoto #
Home with hubby on a snowy evening = pure bliss #
#lastfm #love Love Can Kill You by BT http://bit.ly/87GVCw #
Lots on my mind today. I'm hoping to find and keep focus while at work today… #
What I'm listening to: It's Beginning To Get To Me – Snow Patrol ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: I Love You (Cosmic Gate Remix) – Kyau & Albert ♫♬♪♪ #
Going mostly social media silent today was a good thing. Needed the focus. #
Good night fellow tweeters n FBers. See you in the a.m. #
This song makes me want to drive, or run a distance. ♫ http://blip.fm/~l7nkf #
RT @arminvanbuuren: Isn't asking money for a wifi connection in 2010 the same as asking money for a colour tv in your hotelroom? #
What I'm listening to: Le Nocturne De Lumiere – BT ♫♬♪♪ #
Short Building Syndrome http://flic.kr/p/7E2h5j #
What I'm listening to: L`acrobat – Ferry Tayle & Static Blue ♫♬♪♪ good walking tune #
morning all…let's just get through Friday in one piece, shall we? #
why are we paying attention to Tiger Woods…why do we need to know this much about his private affairs, regardless of how tawdry they may r #
ah Friday, how I have a split personality issue with you… #
What I'm listening to: Tonight (Above & Beyond Mix) – Dirty Vegas ♫♬♪♪ #
Lunching #
The ROBINS have returned to Boston! http://twitpic.com/1457xf #
Just gonna put it out there: Working two jobs means missing my husband and it sucks sometimes. Today, especially. There, said it; own it. #
RT @Boston_Police Crews responding to Congress and Hanover Sts, burst steam line has melted the pavement. Traffic impacted, avoid area. #
Two-weeks notice given to DSW. Very pleased about that. #
Gonna be a pleasant day in Boston today #
Before leaving DSW, we successfully purchased another 6 months worth of shoes #

Feb 21, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-14

Woah. Bright sun! Mornin all #
Had the *best* time with friends last night…cautiously optimistic about the Facebook pics to come… #
playing around on my linux-based laptop. kinda wish more people I knew had linux… #
Wow. Had no idea I had two hours worth of writing in me That felt AMAZING. Now, must eat! #
RT @itsmecassieb What is up with the pantless ads this year….My thoughts EXACTLY #
Dove for Men? Good ad…deffo see the target for tonight is middle-aged men. #superbowl #
Scary dodge commercial!! #superbowl #
Such an interesting study in Americana when you watch these expensive ads. Makes me think… #
GOOGLE AD? Awesome #
The turf at the superbowl looks like florist foam #
Pretty sure I still prefer rugby over American football. Just sayin' #
New SoundByte on the way through the intertubes #
No heat in office today… #
ssshhhivvverrringgg #
I have eaten my sandwich to increase calorie burning inside me, as I can no longer feel my fingers, or toes thankfully, heat fixer here.. #
Still no heat at work. I'm going home #
Good night all. Very long day… #
not NEARLY enough sleep (reaching for the cuppa joe) #
#lastfm #love Toca's Miracle '08 (Inpetto UK Radio Edit) by Fragma http://bit.ly/cNG7Vb #
leaving in 2 hrs feels SO nice #
IT JUST HIT ME: NEXT MONDAY = OFF FROM WORK! #
I used #Shazam to discover Shut Your Eyes by Snow Patrol http://www.shazam.com/music/web/track?id=44214781 #
Google Buzz? Hmmm…exploring #
Crawling home…dead tired #
What I'm listening to: Shut Your Eyes – Snow Patrol ♫♬♪♪ #
First flakes in Downtown Crossing @universalhub #
What I'm listening to: Take Your Time – The Love Bite ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @BostonTweet: Buy a burrito at @Boloco today and get a second burrito for free on Thursday or Friday. http://bit.ly/dkLmut @cranky_pants #
What I'm listening to: The Way (John Dennis Mix) – Divine Inspiration ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Tristan Da Cunha – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Together We Rise – Armin Van Buuren ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Don't Rain On My Parade – Bobby Darin ♫♬♪♪ for @cranky_pants #
I have spent the day posting some of the soundtrack I live by. I hope you all don't mind #
Oh, so it starts snowing as I walk home from work…good times #
Feeling nebulous…for lack of a better word. #
9:25 and to bed we go. Side effect of a strained week so far. Here's to hoping it improves. #
What I'm listening to: Hyperballad – Bjork ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Still Here – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
Off to work again. #
What I'm listening to: Shut Your Eyes – Snow Patrol ♫♬♪♪ #
#lastfm #love Every Other Way (Armin van Buuren Remix) by BT feat. Jes http://bit.ly/34Gj6l #
Up and being very productive. There's nothing like an influential e-mail to get a ball rolling again. #
another major piece of my school app is done. Still working on my potential reading list… #
♪Mind Dimension 2 – Tiga #
♪Hands Open – Snow Patrol #
♪Galaxia – Ferry Corsten Pres. Moonman #
♪L.A. Nights (ATB`s 2010 Energy Club Mix) – ATB #
♪Animal – Lost It.Com #
♪I Put A Spell On You – Nina Simone #
Let this good mood continue through the day, please. #
RT @universalhub: Memo to T workers: Photography is NOT against the law on the T #mbta http://bit.ly/bTyLBL #
What I'm listening to: Beggin' You (Armin van Buuren Remix) – Cerf, Mitiska & Jaren ♫♬♪♪ #
All around, a pretty good day. Lots to ponder. #
What I'm listening to: Feel Your Love (Original Mix) – Kim Sozzi ♫♬♪♪ #
Gin & Tonic to soothe my nerves…it's just what I needed #
Mmm…what's this new taste? Oh insomnia you say? How delightful #
Getting up out of bed to go to work. I just need a few more hours. #
RT @Chris_Noble Glad its the weekend! // me too! #
Only an hour n a half left till my weekend begins. Can't wait to catch a quick nap and plunge headlong into relaxation mode! #
What I'm listening to: #307 Trance Around The World with Above & Beyond – Above & Beyond ♫♬♪♪ #tatw #
Home and unwinding. Methinks it's time for a beer…just because #
UFO Hefeweizen: http://twitpic.com/131btd Delicious! #
Feeling better than I have all week. It's amazing how time spent with @cranky_pants makes life better. #
Out for the evening, this time without the rage remainders of work #

Feb 14, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-07

Up early on a frosty Sunday with a podcast to do, and some writing, hopefully. #
there's something wholesome about a bowl of oatmeal on a frosty morning. #
Conjuring up more of my story while listening to #TATW Ep. 305 #
1000 words after a few weeks of nothing? not a bad recovery step. Need to do this more!! #
moment of total geekdom: become a fan of From Bostonia on Facebook! #
ugh…thought I was making a FB page…instead it was an app…not what I wanted! Sorry for the nothing invite!! #
Hmmm…not pleased with my latest soundbyte…will try again later. #
Managed to re-record a soundbyte. It's got more energy than the earlier one, I think… #
now what do I do?…. #
What I'm listening to: Take Your Time – The Love Bite ♫♬♪♪ #
#lastfm #love To Love Somebody by Nina Simone http://bit.ly/MDj0s #
so strange to send a letter to an old professor of mine…like I expect him to remember me?? #
total botch job on the beard today, but at least I smell nice, thx to John Varvatos and @cranky_pants #
Ugh, rent is due today #realitybites #
RT @BostonPhoenix: Don Draper for Mass. Senate? http://bit.ly/clAPAs // YES PLEASE!! #
What I'm listening to: Get Your Freak On – Missy Elliott ♫♬♪♪ #
just started singing "Somebody to Love" by Queen for no apparent reason…. #bizzaremonday #
What I'm listening to: Take Your Time – The Love Bite ♫♬♪♪ with memories of Gloria on I-684 #
Had a rough shift at the shoes…and they want me to show up in a tie tomorrow. Heck, a suit was suggested…um, no. #
Cup of tea prior to bed will help me sleep, I hope. Till tomorrow… #
Awake? Already??? #
#lastfm #love Take Your Time by The Love Bite http://bit.ly/2RrlXO #
So, I'm reworking my study plan for school…and of course, I need to stop and get ready for work…could use a solid day to focus on this. #
#lastfm #love The Antikythera Mechanism by BT http://bit.ly/3kLNlf #
What I'm listening to: Clean Up Woman – Betty Wright ♫♬♪♪ #
change at work makes me grumpy. I don't know why. It just does today. Tomorrow, hopefully not…. #
What I'm listening to: Lucky Love (Acoustic Version) – Ace Of Base ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @anamariecox: DADT hearing today: SHOCKINGLY UPLIFTING. And, gays, you have a new hero: @TheJointStaff (which sounds dirty! even better!) #
today has been one of the craziest days in a while in the office…and I still have shoes tonight I kinda want a dark corner to curl into #
oh, and the Self-Doubt monster was growling all day today… #
What I'm listening to: Absolutely Not (Chanel Club Mix) – Deborah Cox ♫♬♪♪ #
Crawling home and straight to bed. Good night. #
I have a strange habit of drinking a half glass of OJ (with pulp) cut with water just before bed…it's a sweet fix before I sleep. #
#lastfm #love Into The Dark Ferry Fix by Ferry Corsten http://bit.ly/c12aGI #
happy birthday Norman Rockwell #
What I'm listening to: Jellyhead (Motiv 8's Pumphouse 7" Edit) – Crush ♫♬♪♪ #
I would really like to transition to a different position than the one I'm currently at with this job #trainofthought #
What I'm listening to: Midnight At The Oasis – Maria Muldaur ♫♬♪♪ #
Such a Dead-Zone afternoon – in desperate need of fresh air, hotter coffee, and @cranky_pants 's face #
What I'm listening to: Get Your Freak On – Missy Elliott ♫♬♪♪ #
Home with Nate brought to you by Finally, A Damn Night Off! #
Chicken soup for the soul also is good in my belly! http://twitpic.com/118qj7 #
There's nothing like a lucid scary dream to wake up to in the morning. How 'bout I write it out… #
1 1/2 pages later, anxiety is dealt with…I LOVE WRITING!! #
I'll be reaching for coffee all day today…haven't really slept well for a while now #
What I'm listening to: Galaxia – Ferry Corsten Pres. Moonman ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Shades of Love – Josh Gallahan ♫♬♪♪ #
hmm…wicked dizzy spell on lunch…that's a bit worrisome. Guess I'll keep to the water this afternoon. #
1 hour of sleep later, and dinner on the way, feeling a little better. #
http://twitpic.com/11fr6g – Say hello to Myss T Moonlyght! Make yourself a little more fabulous. http://www.dragulator.com #RPDR #
http://twitpic.com/11fr9e – Say hello to Myss T Moonlyght! Make yourself a little more fabulous. http://www.dragulator.com #RPDR #
Had way too much fun creating that concept of me in drag #
It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life for me, and I'm feeling good! #
Good luck @archerr with all the snow! #
What I'm listening to: Tonight (Above & Beyond Mix) – Dirty Vegas ♫♬♪♪ #
I'm kinda wishing Boston would get some of what's going to hit DC today…been such a let-down in terms of snow this year… #
What I'm listening to: Big Love (The Dronez Mix) – Pete Heller ♫♬♪♪ #
"Young Hearts! To Yourself Be True!" Loving the music du jour care of my #iPhone on random #
wondering about this weeks podcast…got a few ideas, but nothing concrete. maybe I'm drying up? #
Nerves of steel, please #
Morning all. #
What I'm listening to: By Your Side – Malina ♫♬♪♪ #
Ok cannon, you scared me. #
RT @universalhub Even better than Pete Bouchard's snow report: Baltimore weather guy forecasting snowpocalypse http://bit.ly/d1mpZM #
What I'm listening to: Tonight (Above & Beyond Mix) – Dirty Vegas ♫♬♪♪ #

Feb 07, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-01-31

up with the sun and wondering what the day will bring… #
So an SUV goes by…BLASTING "You Can Leave Your Hat On." Single guy on the prowl?? Calling in the cougars?? #
What I'm listening to: In Love With the D.J. – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
Fellow East Coasters, be well, stay dry, and don't get blown off course, if you can help it. Crazy weather has arrived. #NewEngland #
send good thoughts to @cranky_pants, he's home sick today #
So, I suppose we do now vote with how we spend our money…going to make more informed choices about where we shop. #SCOTUS #
RT @OnPointRadio: What's next for US politics, US dmcrcy, after the SCOTUS bombshell decision on campaign finance. http://bit.ly/4xBbIU #
Lunch #
RT @Jeep4×4Bear: It feels like it should be Thursday for some reason #
What I'm listening to: My Saving Grace – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
Off to foot job #
Home and bed. #
I'm still coming to terms with the fact that this is only TUESDAY. That said, magical things happen to me on tuesdays @cranky_pants #
Work was ok today. Who knew that was ever possible? #
What I'm listening to: Appelle mon numéro [Manhattan Clique Remix] – Mylène Farmer ♫♬♪♪ #
On my way home…might need to unwind a bit before trying to sleep. #
Mornin all! Trying to kick this mid-winter doldrums with loud music seems to be working! #
What I'm listening to: You're Not Alone – Olive ♫♬♪♪ #
And fancy this: my iPhone has produced a good idea for my next podcast via random mix of tunes today. Gonna be a good one #
Je veux ton amour et Je veux ta revanche Je veux ton amour, even. #
feeling the music today…truly feeling it and wish I could dance around the office for a while. #
sweet…Mary J Blige on KTU…LOVE HER!! #
RT @change: Since DADT more than 13,500 gay, lesbian and bisexual soldiers have been booted out of the military: http://bit.ly/af4Fn9 #
RT @ZachInBoston And on that note, Lunchtime! // DITTO #
Michelle O looked mad…I kinda like that…powerful woman #
Red and Blue is purple…color of Biden n Pelosi = bipartisan? #
I want O's tie… #
I just heard a cell phone? Really??? #SOTU #
Ugh…not nukes #
Repubs not in favor of Climate bill? #
Glad to hear he's still for #hcr #sotu #
wow…SCOTUS smackdown! #SOTU #
G'night all…gonna get the recap on the SOTU tomorrow #
Crisp, beautiful morning in Beantown #
Overall, I was not that "fired up" by the speech last night. Maybe I'm just too cynical at this point… #
wake up in the mornin' feelin like P. Diddy… #
Do I feel like writing XML? no, not really…but I have to. #
hmmm…then maybe just a portrait of our current president…REALLY LARGE. #
What I'm listening to: Hyperballad – Bjork ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Fairground – Simply Red ♫♬♪♪ #
okay…here's a helpful tip: before you call customer service, have a cup of coffee, wake up, and then call. don't do it when you're grumpy. #
What I'm listening to: Edge Of A Broken Heart (Anton Bass Radio Edit) – Kim Sozzi ♫♬♪♪ #
ugh…grumpy call #2 ..seriously folks…don't call anyone until you're calm, cool, and collected, esp. if you need something from me. #
Flurries… #
What I'm listening to: Perfect Exceeder – Mason Vs Princess Superstar ♫♬♪♪ #
sheep go to heaven, goats go to hell. They told me so. #
RT @ZachInBoston: Oh whoa. RIP J.D. Salinger. Wrote one of my favorite books of all time. #
At Masa on Tremont bring on the Sangria!! #
New pictures: Around The City Again http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=312 #
Still can't feel my legs/toes… It's damn cold in Beantown today! Be careful out there! #
What I'm listening to: Dreams Can Come True – Gabrielle ♫♬♪♪ for @cranky_pants with Love #
In the shadow of Learning http://flic.kr/p/7zeNiS #
What I'm listening to: Sheep Go To Heaven – Cake ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Dreams Can Come True – Gabrielle ♫♬♪♪ #
Let's hear it for the Haymarket vendors, still out selling in this frigidity! #
Found Nate's doppleganger http://tinyurl.com/yacfwgr #
Damn stupid link! this is what I meant: http://twitpic.com/10dxxc #
Just watched "7 Pounds." What a damn good movie! Well done, Mr. Smith! #
Feels like -10F in Boston today. Be careful my fellow beantownies!! #
For real: http://twitpic.com/10hnd9 #
Sometimes, the best news comes in a two-sentence email #
Watching the hubby recouperate from a very early shift today. @cranky_pants sleeping soundly #
British invasion music on WGBH? kinda liking it. #
Unbelievable…just let the earthquake victims get the treatment they desperately need! Worry about $ later… #

Jan 31, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-01-24

And I'm back, rested, focused, and engaged with my future. Bring it on! #
Just had a lovely meal with the inlaws. Am in no rush to get home! #
slowly lurching back to reality. #
I realized this morning that the roar of the city is sometimes more than my ears can stand… #
in an office with top 40 music on = bleeding ears and echos of GaGa bouncing in my brain…and not in a good way #
RT @universalhub:NEWS: State officials investigating Cambridge ballot pre-marked for Brown in Senate election http://bit.ly/4yFKb7 (UGH!!!) #
RT @veritable_virgo: Hmmm Tornadoes in CA, 3 Earthquakes this week. Anyone else think Mother Nature is getting pissed with us? // I DO #
Off to Gram Centola's for a bite. Feeling post-vacation low spot…but @cranky_pants has succeded in making this grump grin again #
TRAFFIC SUCKS WHEN YOU ARE FAMISHED. rant over #
RT @veritable_virgo Massachusetts. Now is NOT the time to send a Republican to the Senate. // AGREED #
Coulda slept all day… #
RT @universalhub: Court says Canton can't stop mega-project just over the line in Westwood http://bit.ly/8QKFPZ #
What I'm listening to: Somnambulist (Simply Being Loved) – BT ♫♬♪♪ #
I kinda feel like I need to be a hermit crab for a while…shack up in someone else's home, and cover my face with my arms. #
Having coffee with @cranky_pants — at Starbucks Coffee http://gowal.la/s/3adP #
Excellent visit with friend for coffee, now I must eat!! And yes, my tweets are becoming food-centric #
#lastfm #love One Small Step by ATB http://bit.ly/5m6KGF #
#lastfm #love Death and All His Friends by Coldplay http://bit.ly/2APyUa #
writing sample and intro essay for school app? DONE! Feeling pretty pleased about that, actually. #
What I'm listening to: Right Here (Departed) – Brandy ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @Jeep4×4Bear: Some podcasts rarely have anything positive to say about pretty much anything. I find that to be a shame. #
Daydreaming and thinking of you, daydreaming and thinking of you…. #
RT @jcmordecai: Shark featured in the Boston Phoenix's "5 for '10" bands to watch! RT http://bit.ly/6RQPle paper on newsstands today! #
Delicious: http://twitpic.com/z508z #
Early to bed. It's a good thing! #
Something big may be brewing for me today (workwise) Keep me in your thoughts! (Details to follow) #
I'm still kinda in shock that the SCOTUS just sold the voice of the people to the corporations and their bottomless coffers… #
RT @rudepundit: I still can't get my head 'rnd the idea tht $$ = speech. So SCOTUS says that sum people get to have more speech than others? #
#lastfm #love Feel Your Love (Original Mix) by Kim Sozzi http://bit.ly/8upb0s #
New pictures: Mid-Winter Vacation http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=305 #
What I'm listening to: Feel Your Love (Original Mix) – Kim Sozzi ♫♬♪♪ cause it's stuck on repeat #
Home is a great place to be at the present. #
RT @BostonUpdate UN: Haiti government confirms 111,481 dead – http://b.globe.com/6cBKUS //we must do more! #
To all my friends in snowy places on the east coast: please check the weather…and be careful #
In fact, check here: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/ #

Jan 24, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-01-17

The snow and cold has inspired a little dark and stormy writing. Wonder what the summer sun will bring later this year… #
There…new Twitter background. Kind of appropriate, methinks. #
Kick-ass new coffee mug = a happy Thom. Thankyou @cranky_pants!!! #
What I'm listening to: Let it Rock – Chuck Berry ♫♬♪♪ #
….reaching for more coffee…. #
What I'm listening to: Weak Become Heroes (Royksopp's Memory Lane Mix) – The Streets ♫♬♪♪ #
mom taught me how to dress in ME winters…glad that lesson remains: Layers, Layers, Layers – esp. in a chilly office – v. important. #
What I'm listening to: Right Here (Departed) – Brandy ♫♬♪♪ for @cranky_pants with love #
Hey! It's not pitch black out at 4:30! Love it #
spent the last hour researching online and realized how much I miss this activity! JSTOR is my Friend! #
What I'm listening to: #300 Trance Around The World with Above & Beyond – Above & Beyond ♫♬♪♪#tatw #abovebeyond #
doing my damnedest to not let this furrow in my brow get the best of me. #
Author of Eat,Pray,Love says that gay marriage will save the institution of marriage itself- http://tinyurl.com/ycg9jp8 (via @michaelajones) #
I would rather be home, writing. #
RT @CourageCampaign Urgent: sign the letter to Judge Walker. Tell him to televise the Prop 8 trial http://bit.ly/59ody5 #
Back to work…again. At least the check will be bigger this week. I do miss my husband, though… #
What I'm listening to: On A Good Day (Above & Beyond Club Mix) – OceanLab ♫♬♪♪ just to up my mood before bed…great tune!! #
Up on very early side today…letting the coffee take me wherever it leads… #
Nothing like a little creative fire to start off the day 0 – 2k words in 2 hrs! I was born for this… #
final tally before putting the writing to rest for the day: 3753 words. #
RT @pusspatrell No moneyman can with my love / It's sweetness that I'm thinking of. #
the only problem with waking up at 3:30 am is that I've already eaten my lunch and am ready for a nap…at 10:45am. Such is life #
And please, bring back the actual singer/songwriters on Pop radio..autotune has come…now it needs to go. #
RT @MichaelSage: I'm seriously considering going back to bed. I don't have to work til tonight. // JEALOUS! #
RT @maddow: I take this as a direct challenge to the snowman-making youth of America: http://is.gd/5OI0X / RMaddow broke ChinaSmack! #
What I'm listening to: Please Forgive Me – David Gray ♫♬♪♪ because I love you @cranky_pants! #
Can't wait to get out the door and get some food in my belly! #
Had a FAB time watching a movie and eating too much pizza #
Not up as early as yesterday. Still, @cranky_pants is making my bkfst and lunch. Who's luckier than I? #
could have used more sleep, and the full-size week is dragging, but I know the weekend's not too far away! #
What I'm listening to: On A Good Day (Above & Beyond Club Mix) – OceanLab ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Demons – Fatboy Slim Feat. Macy Gray ♫♬♪♪ #
Beautiful winters day in Boston today! http://twitpic.com/x2mqu #
What I'm listening to: Clear Blue Water (Ferry Corsten Remix) – OceanLab ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @BostonPhoenix HEY! LISTEN! Nintendo's doing another Zelda game. http://bit.ly/8iv4nn
#laserorgy #
Going out for a beer with @cranky_pants. Anyone care to join us? #
Friends http://flic.kr/p/7tZwYR #
Party Vending http://flic.kr/p/7u4F5N #
Home safe tomorrow, long day with both jobs #
Snow is lightly falling on Boston #
What I'm listening to: My Saving Grace – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @universalhub: Logan shut down; plane evacuated http://bit.ly/7wfOoj // UGH… #
RT @Boston_Police:Logan Airport now re-opened after an unknwn fluid in a plane's AC causing fumes,the planes evacuation and Logan's closing. #
listening to KTU out of NYC on iHeart Radio…and wishing we lived closer to NYC. #
What I'm listening to: We'll be Together Again – Billie Holiday ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Anthem – Filo & Peri/Eric Lumiere ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Weak Become Heroes (Royksopp's Memory Lane Mix) – The Streets ♫♬♪♪ #
Pondering dinner #
Dinner: http://twitpic.com/xft26 #
I used #Shazam to discover Celebration by Madonna http://www.shazam.com/music/web/track?id=49957914 #
Had a fab time tonight with the boys! #
Our #mbta conductor is too busy bitching about sports teams to announce the damn stops…time to upgrade the orange line… #
Time for bed… #
Good morning all! it's a balmy 12F in Boston…with a light breeze http://twitpic.com/xinop #
The hub is making a fab disco mix cd for the ride to the inlaws today! Shake, shake, shake…shake your booty! @cranky_pants #
Time to shut my eyes for a few minutes to nap like a cat in the sun. #
The weather at P'town for our vacation: http://twitpic.com/xk0ik looks like perfect winter weather! Can't wait to go!! #
RT @wilw I have discovered that iPhone and Blackberry cultists are as annoying as Mac and PC cultists.It's a phone,guys; a tool.Get over it. #
And now that i've learned not to delete the spaces after my .'s… #
….waiting #
Really enjoying the visit with the inlaws #
Thanks to my inlaws for yet another fabulous dinner on a Sunday! #
Home…full n happy. Now to unwind a bit… #
Another 1400 words today…but I need to do a little character backstory first…gotta understand who is speaking in this one, and why… #
New pictures: Winter 2010 http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=299 #
hmm…there's a frigid chill in the air…in the office..today. Hope they get the heat working… #
RT @BostonUpdate: A&E: NBC ending Leno's nightly prime-time show- http://bit.ly/4Te1UT //marvelous decision. Just don't do a CSI replacement #
RT @Rambleredhead: Hoping for the best for the trial in California for same sex marriage #
RT @wordcampboston::Volunteer http://bit.ly/8EKozw #
Just spent a good 1/2 hr worrying over the fate of gay marriage while on Boston Common…disconcerting to say the least #lgbt #
I am so grateful for the friends I have who support @cranky_pants and myself, who we are, and what we have become. Thank you all! #
Power is down … No computer = no more work today?? #
Power's back…so bizzare…oh well..back to work #
RT @BostonUpdate Local news update: Obama has no plans to campaign for Coakley – http://bit.ly/5wbWpk //except the OFA sent me a letter… in reply to BostonUpdate #
Back to footsville (DSW)… #
very pleased today is my Wednesday. #
…today's a stellar day…at least, if I keep telling myself that, it will be true, right? :/ #
What I'm listening to: Somnambulist (Simply Being Loved) – BT ♫♬♪♪ #
morning all. hope your day has begun/does begin on the right foot. #
RT @BostonUpdate: World news: Boston group sets up quake clinic in Haiti – http://bit.ly/5cyZJk #
RT @katebornstein: RT @TheSHW: text "Haiti " to 90999 & $10 will go to Red Cross releif. #Haiti #
RT @BostonTweet: TraniWreck is at the Middle East Downstairs on Friday at 9pm. http://twitpic.com/xxfck #
RT @michaelajones: Yes, calling Rachel Maddow a man is homophobic – http://tinyurl.com/yahfdpl #
2.5 hrs…that's it. I can make it. #
note to self: remove the sticker from the apple BEFORE biting into said sticker… #
Liberation #
What I'm listening to: Imagination [Tiesto Remix] ♫♬♪♪ #
Came home to prezzies and this:
http://twitpic.com/xyv8a made with Sapphire, just like @Clarkyboy would have made @cranky_pants!! <3 #
RT @JayT RT @Alyssa_Milano: Dear Pat Robertson, You're a douche. Sincerely, Alyssa Milano #Haiti #
100k dead in Haiti?….unbelievable and so appaling. #
Rocking the vacation status update #
#mbta tell bus 2128 to turn on their headlights. #
We are outtie in a half hour. Will tweet again next Tuesday. Have a lovely weekend all #

Jan 17, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-01-04

Planning the next two years of your life? Vaguely impossible, but the work continues… #
What I'm listening to: In Love With the D.J. – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: All That Makes Us Human Continues – BT ♫♬♪♪ #
…reaching for more coffee…. #
Currently seeking a zen state while doing mindless data entry…wonder if it's a good time to think about my future while cutting/pasting? #
What I'm listening to: Miracle (Above Beyond Club Mix) – Above & Beyond pres Oceanlab ♫♬♪♪ #
Storm approaching: http://twitpic.com/vlr1z #
What I'm listening to: Far Beyond – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
Today is a day when I wish I'd brought my good camera with me…so many intriguing faces, objects, patterns #
What I'm listening to: Here I Am – Keenan, Tamra, David Morales ♫♬♪♪ from Devil Wears Prada #
What I'm listening to: I Remember (Vocal Mix) – Deadmau5 feat. Kaskade ♫♬♪♪ #
Back to work… #
What I'm listening to: Right Here (Departed) – Brandy ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Sail – Armin Van Buuren ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Hold Onto Me – Armin Van Buuren Feat. Audrey Gallagher ♫♬♪♪ #
RT: The N.End is Boston's oldest residential n'hood – people have lived there continuously since settled in the 1630s. (via @BostonTweet) #
the power surge I got this morning from the writing/planning I did has stuck with me. can't wait to see where this takes me… #
What I'm listening to: You Never Can Tell – Chuck Berry ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: The Story – Brandi Carlile ♫♬♪♪ #
no, top 40 radio station out of Boston, you don't get to overplay and thus KILL my affections for the GaGa…you did that with Poker Face… #
The Alchemist in JP is having a Red Carpet 2010 New Year's Eve party with 4 DJs and NO cover. http://twitpic.com/vc2vx (via @BostonTweet) #
spending two solid hours wondering why I'm dumb with regards to Access 2007…not my favorite kind of Tuesday afternooon, but i'm out in 1hr #
Back to work. The temps will keep it quiet tonight, I'm sure. #
What I'm listening to: The Beautiful People – Marilyn Manson ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Center of the Sun (w/ Poe) – Conjure One ♫♬♪♪ #
What's this? A plan to get from point a to point b? Could it possible?? Of course, it's all malleable.. #
What I'm listening to: Embrace (Ferry Fix Mix) – Embrace ♫♬♪♪ #
Very cold in Boston today…keep your face out of the wind, your hands covered, and get to shelter quickly. Pappa worries. #
What I'm listening to: I Love The Nightlife (Phillip Damien Extended Vox) – Alicia Bridges ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: In Love With the D.J. – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Song To The Siren (Did I Dream) (Fabel Mix) – Lost Witness ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Ashes – OceanLab ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Right Here (Departed) – Brandy ♫♬♪♪ #
Diana is looking nearly full tonight. Beautiful for the New Year #
Out for a bevvie with da hubby #
Sapphire and tonic = perfection #
Fire near sister sorel…moving on #
Wow….never left a bar due to fire,,, #
Good morning to the end of 09 #
Cheers to meeting another fab couple last night #
What I'm listening to: Anthem – Filo & Peri/Eric Lumiere ♫♬♪♪ #
ahhh…snow… #
I have the best husband ever, bar none! @cranky_pants You ROCK! #
ginger citrus tea…mmm…tasty! #
all of my must-do tasks are done…now to fill the rest of my workday with "filler" projects…only 1:45 left of my day. #
Headed out for the evenings festivities #
What I'm listening to: Never Say Never – Armin Van Buuren Feat Jacqueline Govaert ♫♬♪♪ #
Woke up from a nap in the car, and now unsure where I am… http://maps.google.com/?q=42.367301%2C-71.054786 #
Here I was: http://maps.google.com/?q=41.784059%2C-72.715560 fun looking neighborhood, but on our way beyond it. #
On our way home. Now in Sturbridge, MA in a snowstorm. http://maps.google.com/?q=42.072217%2C-72.102631 #
Weston, MA, hello! #
It was a beautiful ceremony. A great man I wish I had the chance to meet. Back home now. #
Good morning all Snowy and cold in Boston today…but a good way to end a fab weekend, IMHO #
Okay fellow GLBT Tweeters…I have a call for help/assistance. See my latest blog post #
Damn you Mbta…damn you #
Could be worse…I could be stuck outside #

Jan 04, 2010 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-12-28

For my hubby, cause he's amazing. ♫ http://blip.fm/~i45of #
#lastfm #love My Baby Just Cares For Me by Nina Simone http://bit.ly/QrPLu #
Just added another 2k words to the story…and it took a much darker turn. I wonder where this will take me… #
What I'm listening to: On A Good Day (Above & Beyond Club Mix) – OceanLab ♫♬♪♪ #oceanlab #
Have a wonderful Winter Soltice all #
What I'm listening to: Weak Become Heroes (Royksopp's Memory Lane Mix) – The Streets ♫♬♪♪ #thestreets #
favorite quote from my co-worker: "I hate ugly looking kids." I love her honest bluntness… #
ugh…total full blown seasonal cold and right before Christmas. This sucks… #
What I'm listening to: Appelle mon numéro [Manhattan Clique Remix] – Mylène Farmer ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Miracle (Above Beyond Club Mix) – Above & Beyond pres Oceanlab ♫♬♪♪ #
Sneezy, wheezy, snotty, stuffy. Ought to make for a stellar day at the office On the flip, weeks half over! Yay! #
RT @anamariecox: Guy on OTHER side of me ordered a "double shot Jack, straight up." Almost hugged him. #dca #flyrony // b'fst of champs! #
Gusty in Boston today, but at least the suns shining #
Just had another idea for a collection of short stories…I can't wait to dig my teeth into this train of thought… #
I want to find old episodes of 227…with Jacquee I just had a total flashback #
today's shaping up to be a busy day at the office. I like the many tasks…passes the time faster = home sooner #
all I want for Christmas is a clear sinus passage. On that note, I might be doing this:http://twurl.nl/zjsihm #
What I'm listening to: Far Beyond – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @BostonUpdate Local news: Lazy American Students: After the Deluge – http://is.gd/5zd7z For my college teacher friends, agree or no? #
Fun fact: collegic is NOT a word, according to the OED #
Oh, hello Christmas! How the hell are you only 2 days away? Really feel like I missed a memo. Here's to a better New Year, nonetheless. #
What I'm listening to: Swept Away – ATB ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Halo – Beyonce ♫♬♪♪ #
What I'm listening to: Hanukkah Blessings – Barenaked Ladies ♫♬♪♪ #
Feeling better, can breathe a bit easier today. Maybe there is a Santa Claus who grants wishes (mine was for good health!)?? #
What I'm listening to: Who Will Find Me – Armin Van Buuren ♫♬♪♪ #arminvanbuuren #
Frog Pond full of skaters: http://twitpic.com/uz5pw @BostonTweet #
Park Ranger http://flic.kr/p/7qaajY #
What I'm listening to: Dirty Water – Standells ♫♬♪♪ #
Merry Christmas to all. I do hope everyone has a bright year in 2010 too #
Frog Pond Traffic http://flic.kr/p/7qcH87 #
Christmas Eve here: http://maps.google.com/?q=42.211544%2C-71.549829 #
I heart rum. May Santa love it as much as I do #
http://twitpic.com/v2z5v #
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night. #
RT @Archerr Happy winter solstice pagan celebrations day! // glad the days are getting longer now #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qkXSB #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qpTUY #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qkYeV #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qpUEL #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qkZ6v #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qpVgA #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qkZB2 #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qpVLG #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qpW1E #
Christmas 2009 http://flic.kr/p/7qm1oc #
Sorry thought the pics would tweet as one! #
Golden http://bit.ly/84YYy2 #
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night #
Happy Boxing Day #boxingday to my friends in Canada and the UK! #
Off to work… #
Out of work early. Now waiting for @cranky_pants #
What I'm listening to: Dirty Water – Standells ♫♬♪♪ #
RT @BreakingNewz Airlines: New rules keep passengers in seats http://is.gd/5Cx4c … This is going to make flying even worse #
Off to retrieve a wallet. Yay for the red line #
Chinese food with inlaws? SURE! #
Had the BEST time out with Sean n Sean n Company What a great way to wrap up 2009! #
Up early on a rainy, warm-ish Sunday. #
A little late, but now recording SB 51 #
Finally in the upload process Had a lot to say today, I guess! #
RT @urbandaily christmas tight – The period of time after Christmas and New Years where the clothes you wore pri..http://urbanup.com/2770459 #
Think we are going to Wagamama for dinner…not 100% sure #
Sunday evening meal after light shopping. — at Wagamama http://gowal.la/s/2rtz #
RT @wilw The single most insulting thing you can tell a creative person is, upon viewing their creation, "you have too much free time." #

Dec 28, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-12-21

I uploaded a YouTube video — Christmas Parade, North End 2009 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiKENh2vrUA&feature=autoshare_twitter #
#lastfm #love Riddles In the Sand by Ron Hagen & Pascal M http://bit.ly/XpTQU #
late start for me today..doctors appt. Been trying to edit. Ugh. Overwhelmed, but engaged, nonetheless. #
I (heart) spam filters…just sayin. #
#lastfm #love For What It's Worth by Buffalo Springfield http://bit.ly/urkVY #
I'm listening to When Love Takes Over (Radio Edit) by David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland #musicmonday #
Thinking a social network break is due…need to focus/refocus… #
added more to the story, but didn't really sink my teeth into the editing. Still…progress is progress. #
Your staredown means one of 2 things: I'm a freakshow or good enough for a closer look. Either way, stop staring. Kthx #
ugh…so damn noisy in the office today…I want a silent day. #
well done, DC #
RT @BostonUpdate: National news: DC City Council votes to legalize gay marriage – http://is.gd/5oUI1 #
thank you @cranky_pants for giving me a reason to look forward to our time after the holidays #
I'm listening to Scared Of Lonely by Beyonce #
Making my way home to an empty house…have a good shift @cranky_pants! Tomorrow night is ours! #
Spent time on http://bit.ly/7JWI52 this morning. Looking for something more meaningful to do during my working hours… #
does anybody know a good version of Carol of the Bells that's not the Mormon Tabernacle Choir? is there a Gay Men's Chorus version? #
RT @idealist: Dec.is a bad month to search for a job or bring on someone new, but you can get a leg up on January http://bit.ly/7uST5E #jobs #
I'm listening to My Favorite Things by Herb Alpert The Tijuana Brass #
Herp Albert & the Tijuana Brass will forever remind me of the anticipation on Christmas morning. #
RT @thelktoday: Rest in Peace, Roy Disney http://bit.ly/5q26Gl (via @DisneyDean) #
Change of plans: @cranky_pants sleeps, I flip through the new NatGeo that arrived today. #
For Scott: CVS + (ZC -1) + (ZC + 1) + 31BR + HD – T – ZC = Our evening. #
Just finalized our reservation in P'town for January! So excited to unwind out there after the holidays are over! #
Decided to forgo getting tree @ HD and will instead shop local tomorrow at Prince Postale on Boston's Prince St #
Ugh…so cold tomorrow! http://twitpic.com/ttx07 #
I get the prettiness of old-school windows, but man, do they let the cold leech in…very un-warm in the office today #
i am not coming down with a cold….i will not be sick this weekend…i'm not coming down with a *cough *cough cold.. #
On my way home…gotta shake this ick with a solid amount of rest. Hate being sick #
Have taken a nice long nap, still feeling meh, but @cranky_pants got us our tree! It made me grin! #
The walk home left me with what can only be described as an ice cream headache…biting cold wind right in my face. #
Wow…I had no idea I've done over 11k tweets…can we say addict? #
so I opted to sleep over writing, as I've got an early Christmas present: a nice, juicy cold. Going to fend off as much as I can.. #
RT @change The BBC's Misguided Attempt at Apologizing for Polling Gay Genocide http://bit.ly/52wAOR #
This makes me smile: GM to discontinue Saab after deal talks collapse – Boston.com – http://shar.es/aDdwc #
chamomile tea + honey = perfect cold medicine #
http://twurl.nl/te4rcc Worth viewing. Thank you Mr. Franken! #
egad…I just found a possible use for IE…I hate IE, and prefer FF at work an Safari at home… so lost. #
Hey twitterdom getting ready for the nor'easter due into Boston at any minute. #
I love my grammie! #
New pictures: Early Winter http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=293 #
LOVE THIS SONG ♫ http://blip.fm/~i1phe #
and @cranky_pants gots himself a crackberry after misplacing the iphone…lawd help us. #
note to self: do not annoy @pants by forgetting the underscore in @cranky_pants #
♪My Saving Grace – ATB #inthemood #
♪I Gotta Feeling (FMIF Remix Edit) – Black Eyed Peas #(null)_ #
AT&T voicemail setup is hard…on a new phone. #
This makes it better: http://twitpic.com/u93d8 #
♪God Rest Ye Merry Gentleman/We Three Kings – Barenaked Ladies #christmaschanukkahpop #
What I'm listening to: Hanukkah O Hanukkah – Barenaked Ladies ♫♬♪♪ #barenakedladies #
Best holiday party ever! Thx Jen n Sean!!! #
No visit from my family today due to the Blizzard. When Nate gets home, though, snuggling on the couch commences. Under the tree, no less. #
The local newscasters are psyched to talk about snow. You can see the HD sparkle in their eyes #
Nice music for the morning. ♫ http://blip.fm/~i2q7l #
http://twitpic.com/ucj5o – @BostonTweet Prince Postale this morning #
Finishing up SoundByte 50 … Will post shortly. Stay tuned #
twitter feels underpowered today #
#lastfm #love Sleigh Ride by Barenaked Ladies http://bit.ly/8pxGji #
RT @kghughes @rantingbuskid totally not.it means a lot to some1 to get a rly nice photo framed & ready to hang up,if they grump, they suck #
What I'm listening to: I Saw Three Ships – Barenaked Ladies ♫♬♪♪ #barenakedladies #
What I'm listening to: Carol Of The Bells – Mormon Tabernacle Choir ♫♬♪♪ by far, my favorite holiday song! #mormontabernaclechoir #
Just waiting for the hubby to get prettied up before going to GROUP HUG #
On the Orange Line! #mbta #
Now on the red line #mbta. Not bad service, considering the road/surface conditions outside. #
Disabled red line train to Braintree…#mbta @BostonTweet #
My hubby is such a good man. I love you, @cranky_pants #
What I'm listening to: I Remember (Vocal Mix) – Deadmau5 ♫♬♪♪ thinking of the good things in my life #deadmau5kaskade #

Dec 21, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-12-14

I need a sample of my writing at its best that answers a specific question…oh dear… #
ugh…ten minutes of 7 already?? I despise how I can't focus on any one thing for too long anymore… #
I'm listening to Sarah McLachlan "The Rainbow Connection" http://twt.fm/354386 #musicmonday #
I'm listening to Vince Guaraldi "Linus and Lucy (LP Version)" http://twt.fm/354391 #musicmonday #
I wish my mind would focus today…I've got more spinning outside of work that I should be attending to… #
Back to work… #
And I'm going back home…feeling unwell #
I'm listening to ATB "My Saving Grace (Feat. Aruna)" http://twt.fm/355318 #musicmonday #
Yup…8pm and ready for bed. Going now means I'm better able to cope tomorrow. Might do early bedtime all week…we shall see. #
There's gotta be something better for me than sitting at this desk, but it's up to me to go out there and find it. First Resolution. #
Just wanted to say how nice it has been to hear from listeners of the podcast…truly, I really do appreciate it #
my horoscope via google was spot on today, and I don't normally buy into those things. Yes, fates, I hear you… #
Only on Fox: Global Warming Is Too Big to Fail – Red Eye w/ Greg Gutfeld – FOXNews.com – http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,579722,00.html #
Oh where, oh where is 4:30pm??? Could use it right about now… #
you call me sir = you pretty much get what you want, within reason. I've got a beard that earns me sir #
Glad to be home with Nate #
another 1800 words, but for a different (better?) purpose this time. Inertia, be gone! #
Barenaked Ladies "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" ♫ http://twt.fm/356367 #
RT @dusie Once again irritated that you cannot teach intelligence. /// so unfortunate… #
so tired of the insurance run-around…so damn infuriating!! #
RT @Jeep4×4Bear: RT @maddow Bloomberg,Uganda to Drop Death Penalty, Life in Jail for Gays http://is.gd/5h8b6 #
I'm listening to Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree by Brenda Lee #
I'm at Wagamama in Boston, MA http://gowal.la/s/fty #
I will never tire of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation #
Redrafting, refining, re-thinking, reviewing, re-hashing, restarting, rejuvination, reinvention, restoration, repeat it all over again. #
wow…21 invites to google wave to hand out. I don't know who else needs one, but send me a DM if you do #
http://twurl.nl/rexizw worth a read for the scientific minded of you out there…all about Copenhagen climate conference #
new friends are cool. yeah, J & K, I'm looking at you #
Home…finally. There is only a small amount of time I can stand working these two jobs…one should suffice… #
seeking an editor for a small essay (3-5 pp) as part of an application. Let me know if you've got time during this holiday madness. Thx! #
One yr ago, we said "I do." I'm a much better man for it. I love you, Nathaniel. Happy Anniversary! #
And I don't think our gay marriage has had any negative effect on any straight marriages out there…just sayin' #
I love how my ipod knows the music I need to hear when I need to hear it. I swear, it's almost scary. #
with so many good things happening outside of work today, why was I not smart enough to take today off before two others in my dept? #dumb #
RT @kindbydesign: Ok, this day needs to stop messing with me and get better, please. // ME TOO!!! #
Thank you everyone for the well-wishes on my First Anniversary of marriage to @cranky_pants! It really does me good to hear such tidings! #
RT @patrickhume: Please RT! Dr Peter Watts, Canadian science fiction writer, beaten and arrested at US border http://bit.ly/6jGrrw #
5 MORE MINUTES #
I'm listening to A New Day by ATB http://rfly.me/4m1 #FeeltheTweet #
This Saturday morning going to work thing is for the birds #
For my UK friends: http://twitpic.com/t6vwr it's bloody cold!! #
Only an hour n a half left of this shift…then it's time spent w friends in Boston. #
recording SB 49 A Sunday tradition since 2008 #
egad…that was a weird recording…couldn't string thoughts together well :S oh well! Up it goes (only a few more edits to make) #
It's actually tollerable outside today. Not so biting cold… #
Christmas parade in the North End today. #
Out for a stroll and some window shopping. #
And we just got caught in the Parade pics to follow later #
Green line down + pouring rain = miserable people all along Boylston and Comm Aves…poking each other with umbrella points #

Dec 14, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-12-06

#lastfm #love God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Trans-Siberian Orchestra http://bit.ly/6AeWiP #
#lastfm #love I Won't Decorate Your Christmas Tree by Loretta Lynn http://bit.ly/7wp3xt #
listening to Christmas music via Last.fm. Yes, I do believe in Santa Claus, and there ain't nothing you can do to make me think otherwise! #
#lastfm #love God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen by Barenaked Ladies with Sarah McLachlan http://bit.ly/1aqdWG #
Gloomy Monday in Boston, but the skaters continue on the common #positivethoughts #
Ugh…ineptitude sucks. #
I'm listening to The Mormon Tabernacle Choir "Carol of the Bells" http://twt.fm/348765 #musicmonday #
I used #Shazam to discover Never Do A Tango With An Eskimo by Alma Cogan http://www.shazam.com/music/web/track?id=11250566 #
Editing…snip, cut, delete, overwrite, paste…joy #
Support World AIDS Day 2009 (SG), add a #twibbon to your avatar now! – http://bit.ly/1NqGzM #
Can't seem to string a sentence together today, so I'm not going to fight it…gonna be a bit disjointed today, but that's okay. #
Google analytics reports two visits from Islamabad. To those visitors, I say hello! #
off to work… #
Passing by, on my way to work — at Old North Church http://gowal.la/s/7dp #
no heat in the office again…this is RIDICULOUS… #
You were scared, angry, and took it out on anyone within your reach. I'm sorry I couldn't save you, but at least you're at peace now. #red #
cold #
Still picking up an extra piece of litter everyday. Today's find: empty cig pack. What's your daily good deed? #
beautiful moon over Boston tonight #
#lastfm #love Time After Time by Sarah McLachlan http://bit.ly/8Fmozy #
#lastfm #love The Rainbow Connection by Sarah McLachlan http://bit.ly/6NPfCn #
struggling today…to stay awake and not claw my way up the walls… #
I'm at Boston Massacre Monument in Boston, MA http://gowal.la/s/exh #
RT @BostonUpdate: Gallery: December events that don't cost a cent – http://is.gd/5ahcK #
deep voices through the phone always make me smile… #
RT @nprpolitics: New York Lawmakers Reject Gay Marriage Bill http://su.pr/1cmEdt /// of course they did…who needs to protect minorities?:( #
RT @Princess_Holly: Ok, so I guess Tiger cheated. How does this affect my life?/// MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY… QUIT WASTING MY TIME W/THIS STUFF! #
10 minutes to freedom. Can't WAIT. #
Homeward bound… #
To bostonians headed to GaGa tonight: have a blast!! #
Off to the inlaws for dinner!! Can't wait! I'm starving! #
RT @BostonUpdate Business news update: Wal-Mart agrees to biggest wage settlement in state's history – http://is.gd/5asm1 #
RT @vay_ix: 4:30 can't come soon enough… i'd settle for 2:15 TOTALLY AGREE. #
Strangly warm today…very blustery too…did I wake up in a southern lattitude? #
RT @BostonTweet: Tonight is the lighting of the Bstn Cmn tree. This year piña coladas replc hot cocoa & Mele Kalikimaka will theme song. #
when I RT someone, I should really get their message right (Sorry @BostonTweet) #
in any case, it's a warm night for a tree lighting in Boston. #
At DSW…shoe shift begins at 6 #
I used #Shazam to discover Filthy/Gorgeous by Scissor Sisters http://www.shazam.com/music/web/track?id=40657369 #
Bring on the weekend…I'm so tired! #
I'm listening to Murk "Believe" http://twt.fm/351946 #FeeltheTweet #
"i've got a feeling…oooh oohh…that tonight's gonna be a good night…that tonight's gonna be a good, good night!" #
Just a reminder all: this week's SoundByte will be my Anniversary Show. Got a comment? Call (617) 466-9740 and lv a VM! #
Back to the DSWs #
Yay!! First winter weather advisory of the year I love the first snow! #
Hey All! Anniversary of From Bostonia this weekend! If you want to leave a VM, call me at (617) 466-9740 – Love to hear from you! #
Struggling with my dénouement…not sure how to wrap things up. Maybe the second draft will reveal that to me. #
RT @dusie Snow today! AHHHH!!!!!! (fan girl scream) #
I'm listening to Brandy "Right Here (Departed)" http://twt.fm/352797 #FeeltheTweet love you @cranky_pants #
I'm at Quincy Market in Boston, MA http://gowal.la/s/44j #
Off to get a package at the PO #
Snow!! Pics tomorrow #
I will be recording the anniversary soundbyte tmrw! Join me on Twitter, or lv me a VM! 617-466-9740 #
Just finished recording my Anniversary Show! Will upload it momentarily #
Thank you to all my listeners and fellow podcasters It's been a great year! #
Sorry for the screw up! The latest soundbyte now available at the blog #
I love Top Gear #
Time for the Simpsons! #
It's a repeat but a good one #

Dec 06, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-29

Landed at Dulles…now a three-hour layover till the next and final leg of this journey… #
LAYOVERS SUCK. #
Finally boarding on the last plane of this journey. I just want shower, bed, and a hug from @cranky_pants. #
I'm listening to Ce Ce Peniston "Finally" http://twt.fm/340959 #musicmonday #
Finally near my zip code! #
Why didn't I take tonight off from the shoe store? Living off a few hrs sleep makes the idea of retail nauseating. #
So I'm finally home to go to bed. Writing is in shambles, but I'll soldier on. And I must record a show. #
Running late, overtired, and high anxiety do not make for a good start to my day #
Vote on which LED lights you prefer Boston to use in the parks: http://bit.ly/86YT08 More info at http://www.cityofboston.gov/LED #
Good to be heading home… #
#lastfm #love Switch by TLC http://bit.ly/6JGPg3 #
Another 1300 words today…I'm not going to hit 50k by month-end, but I'm in awe of what I've accomplished #nanowrimo #
new socks = new man. Thank you @cranky_pants! #
processing loads of orders taken at the conference I attended…it's busy work, but fairly easy…nice way to end the week #
#lastfm #love Simple Things by Armin van Buuren http://bit.ly/84YzBi #
#lastfm #love Toca's Miracle Inpetto Remix by Fragma http://bit.ly/6JmHZh #
RT @Jeep4×4Bear: Ok, if Keith Obermann keeps putting adds on his podcast I will have to unsubscribe//Hear that MSNBC! Drop the nonsense! #
I'm listening to Kaskade "Talks About "Swimming Places" by Julien Jabre" http://twt.fm/343934 #FeeltheTweet #
I'm listening to BT "Flaming June (B.T. and P.V.D. Mix)" http://twt.fm/343942 #FeeltheTweet #
Google wave invites to hand out…dm me if you want one. #
I'm almost free…almost free from my desk chair for 4 WHOLE DAYS. It's gonna be GREAT! #
24765…such a big number, but no where near 50k. Still, I'll be writing beyond Dec. 1, so it's all good! #nanowrimo #
Happy Thanksgiving All #
Meal at one pm, after-party at five. Going to be a great day with family and friends! #
Gloria Gaynor in the Macys parade!!! #
She's still fabulous! #
Sing Off looks interesting…might have to watch it… #
I used #Shazam to discover Infinity 2008 by Guru Josh Project http://www.shazam.com/music/web/track?id=48646180 #
Mangiare!! Molto Bene!! #
RT @Princess_Holly Santa arrived at Macy*s in Herald Square in NYC! I am proud to say I BELIEVE IN SANTA CLAUS! (via @chipcoffey)//ME TOO!!! #
And *burp+ I'm full #
To the state of Massachusetts: your blue laws make no sense. #
Had the BEST time and met some great people tonight! #
What's this? A microphone?? Oh! Right! Recording a SoundByte later today Stay Tuned! #
New pictures: San Diego http://teachingthomas.net/Photojournal/?p=286 #
At work…a shift spent cleaning up after messy people. Joy. #
So I just sent a request for a tour of Emerson College (MFA in Creative Writing). I don't think it's affordable, but I'm curious… #
finally stopped obsessing and putting words on the pages again. Not sure how far I'll get, but it keeps getting better w every line #
29236 is today's final count. And, I reached the climax of my plot. That took a while… #
Trying to eat a pomegranite…without staining everything: http://twitpic.com/rba98 #
Mmmm!!! I love this fruit!!! #
Looks like before I make any moves educationally, I need to sit the damn GREs…I loathe standardized tests… #
I heart Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs… #
Mmm…seven and seven! Delicious!! #
Thank god for booze…just sayin' #
I believe in the power of Oatmeal to cure all ills and save my mortal soul #
#lastfm #love Jingle Bells by Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass http://bit.ly/79LT0j #
#lastfm #love Carol of the Bells by Mormon Tabernacle Choir http://bit.ly/62HZXw #
And I fixed the little suprise on my last post…now you should all be able to enjoy it! #
Napping with christmas music on produced some fabulous dreams. I like that. #
Eating dinner, then off to Group Hug #5 at the Enormous Room in Cambridge! #
On our way to Group Hug! #
BEST NIGHT EVER #

Nov 29, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-23

#lastfm #love A Little Respect by Erasure http://bit.ly/3zxKw #
#lastfm #love I See Right Through to You by DJ Encore / Engelina http://bit.ly/33KpCX #
Been up since 5:30, started writing at 6, taking a quick break, then back to it. Love days off!! #
I keep circling around the heart of this story…today, I need to just dive into it. Wish me luck. It could get scary. #
18727 for today…still more ground to make up, but I'm getting there #nanowrimo #
#lastfm #love The Scientist by Coldplay http://bit.ly/Inm3s #
Finally…SB 46 now being recorded. #
New pictures: Late Fall http://bit.ly/34Rafo #
Nate rushed home to nap on the couch in the sun. He looks so peaceful… #
Going into the shoe job early to get info from yesterdays meeting. Pappa doesn't work on Sundays. On that I stand firm. #
Just crossed 20k words! Should be at 29k though…Still, I'm chuffed #nanowrimo #
Why do I always get an idea for my storyline just as I need to head off to work? #
Are there organizations that offer grants to writers? There should be… #
Large film crew at City Hall Plaza… #
And it's for "Town" the same film from earlier this fall?? #
Directions to film home base camp: http://twitpic.com/pv1of #
I'm dreading my e-mail this morning…here goes nothing #work #
Made some healthy choices today and feeling pretty good about them. Details to follow as they arise #
Still doing my daily litter pick-up…it's another healthy habit I've formed #
#lastfm #love NPR: 11-14-2009 Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me! by NPR http://bit.ly/411aMf #
Right, Nate's at work, and I've just listened to WWDTM, so I'm ready for bed. G'night world. #
One more night on the east coast, then off to San Diego. Let the good times roll… #
oh, I forgot to post this: 21666 for #nanowrimo as of today. It's just getting to the good part too. I forsee LOADS of material being cut. #
Just completed a two-week project. On lunch, then back to tie up loose ends on the other one. Then, I'm ready for SD, CA. #
Those loose ends? They unravelled more…work from home it must be. #
Nate is forcing me to stop work and has taken me to wagamama. This is why I love him. #
Finally made a decent presentation for the conference, and now packed and almost ready to go… #
Longest day ever… #
Up, packed, double-checked everything, and ready to fly. NWA, be good to me, plz #
Stuck on the Tarmac due to a nationwide ATC computer malfunction… #
Hello Minneapolis/St.Paul! #
In San Diego…not a cloud in the sky, and quite warm…over 70, I think. #
The view of the mountains this morning: http://twitpic.com/q86ae #
Up with the sun in San Diego. Not used to the sun coming up over mountains, instead of water. #
SD CA Is convention city, I've determined… #
Missing @cranky_pants a lot, but keeping myself busy as a one-armed paper hanger. Time flies that way! #
Standing in the Chuck Jones gallery in SD CA….Think Dr Seuss #
Up early for a long-ass day of work. Doors open at 8, and I'll be in work mode till 11pm #
So day two was ok. No major catastrophes, and now off to a required banquet…tomorrow: pics from SD, CA to post on the blog. #
Long day over, four more hours at the convention, then packing up. Flight not till 9pm, so looking forward to relaxing tomorrow. G'nite all! #
I'm so behind with #nanowrimo but I will catch up when I get back. The plot twists are running through my head now… #
Finally, I can enjoy some downtime. #
Fabulous Sunday afternoon in San Diego. Just snapping shots along the waterfront, soaking in the rays, and unwinding. #
In transit to the airport. Good bye San Diego, Hello Boston! #

Nov 23, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-15

I need to write 10k words to catch up…in 3 days. I suppose not looking at the stats will help me not think about that #nanowrimo #
9250 as of today. If I add it all up (including October's counts) that's nearly 18k words…most writing I've done. Ever. Feel better alrdy #
Brandy "Right Here (Departed)" ♫ http://twt.fm/327040 #musicmonday because @cranky_pants exists. I'm so beyond lucky! #
Lovely day in the Common. One of the last for the year. Going to enjoy it as long as I can. #
You know who else is awesome? @kindbydesign, that's who!!! in reply to kindbydesign #
11,466 words as of today! #nanowrimo. #
I like Tuesdays. @cranky_pants knows why #
Well done you for bagging up your dog's doody…bad form leaving it in the middle of the sidewalk… #
RT @ScottBourne: 3 things you should know about creativity – http://bit.ly/2o9V2r // Mr. Nail, meet Mr. Hammer. Thx Scott!(and @michaelsage) #
RT @DanielBrewer I am tired of people calling a $1Trillion over ten year pricetag out of line. We spend $1.14Trillion a YEAR on defense. #
Ready and waiting for my chariot to arrive… #
13146 is the count today. 25k by the 15th? maybe not, but 20k is in reach. And I have the 16th off to catch up more. #nanowrimo #
I'm listening to Armin Van Buuren "Kirsty Hawkshaw Meets Tenishia – Reasons to Forgive" http://twt.fm/329424 #FeeltheTweet #
Boston remembers the veterans: http://twitpic.com/p3q1n #
I'm listening to On A Good day by OceanLab http://rfly.me/42x #FeeltheTweet #
Looking a piles of chaos on my desk, and just realizing we have an Open House today…people will be able to see my chaos very frightened #
is it too early for Christmas music? #
RT @Boston_Police: PEDESTRIAN STRUCK: Tremont St at Winter St, female with head injury, city truck involved, seek alternate route. #
It's coming: http://twitpic.com/p4gix #
A year in publishing as of today…a year out of the classroom. A year gaining a better sense of self, though #
Bova's is making anise cookies…the smell is amazing! #
Wednesday night is a good night. #
I'm listening to Various "Chicane / Offshore" http://twt.fm/330414 #FeeltheTweet #
The feeling of realizing I have next Monday off just washed over me, and suddenly, I feel much better about it only being Thursday! #
I'm listening to BT "All That Makes Us Human Continues" http://twt.fm/330450 #FeeltheTweet #
I wonder if Lou Dobbs will become a guest speaker on Fox…that's my prediction. #
Calling me "honey-bunny" on the phone doesn't win you any brownie points…but doing it in a Trucker-esque voice…that kinda does. #
Maybe Dobbs will go to Telemundo?? can you imagine??? <shudder> #
You going out with him tomorrow? #
ready for the meeting with the Boss-lady. God-speed and good luck to me and my team :/ #
I'm listening to Chuck Berry "Run Rudolph Run" http://twt.fm/330817 #FeeltheTweet #
Yes…I did just tweet I'm listening to a Christmas song. I will own that! #
14300 as of today…it's been a tough week for writing, but with Mon off, I'm certain to catch up. #
Friday the 13th? Icing on the cake… #
I can always count on #TATW to lift my spirits! #
nail biting, eyebrow plucking, toes tapping…these are all signs of a stressed out Thom.. :/ #
I'm listening to Brandy "Right Here (Departed)" http://twt.fm/331554 #twtfm #FeeltheTweet #
taking deep breaths, but stopping before I pass out… #
Calgon, take me away… #
Crazy week next week: mon off, tues, wed: work my tail off, thurs: off to San Diego for conference. I'm already tired… #
I'm listening to Brandy "Right Here (Departed)" http://twt.fm/332273 #FeeltheTweet #
I'm listening to Jakatta "American Dream (Afterlife Mix)" http://twt.fm/332298 #FeeltheTweet #
Let the man sleep! #
It's amazing what some couch-time can do for the soul. #
Off to Providence, RI #
I'm listening to BT "Somnambulist" http://twt.fm/332644 #FeeltheTweet #
Just got back from a great night in Providence! Our view from the room: http://twitpic.com/pn1v1 #
Headed to the inlaws for an early Thanksgiving dinner #
The tree is up in Quincy Market! I still can't believe the holidays are here… #
Had a fab dinner with the Browns, and planning on having a good day off tomorrow. Writing, finally recording a new show. Good day off. #
The story is going to take a turn tomorrow…I can feel it in my bones. #nanowrimo. #

Nov 15, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-09

woke up for a taste for a certain French song…@cranky_pants knows the one. And yes, I did raid your iTunes for it #
1500 words towards a new story for #nanowrimo. I'm a day behind, but that's what the weekend will be for. #
That was a FANTASTIC weekend! #
That pride in my step? Holding my head high? Yeah, that feels great. I owe it all to @cranky_pants #
3200 and counting! #nanowrimo it's a new story, and I'm LOVING the process! #
Navigating my way around a tractor…in Boston. Hmmm #
To my family in Maine: remember Nate and me on election day…we love you all! #
My thoughts are with my husband, our relationship, and our rights…Things are moving upward, and I have hope. Hope is what drives me. #
This is a day that will never end… #
Someone will tweet about the results in ME, re Q1…I can't bear the suspense! Gotta work anyway… #
#lastfm #love Appelle mon numéro Manhattan Clique Remix by Mylène Farmer http://bit.ly/3u2TsI #
#lastfm #love Beautiful Things by Andain http://bit.ly/YLkVX #
4300 #nanowrimo Not nearly enough, but I've got major distractions on the mind today. I will make up for this, though. #
One one hand, there's Maine…on the other, there's Menino I love bumblin' Thomas Menino! #
6k more a year in my paycheck would eliminate the need for a second job. what can I do to earn 6k/yr? Possibilities are endless… #
The beard is growing. Beyond itchy stage, and looking quite masculine, if I do say so myself #
RT @MichaelsThought: marriage protests scheduled in CA, MA, NY, ME, IL, TX http://alturl.com/pdcp @cranky_pants evening plans?? #
I am lucky to be surrounded by such supportive friends and family. Thank you all for the kind words and thoughts. Truly. #
RT @boingboing Dodge Viper logo is an upside-down Daffy Duck. – Boing Boing http://bit.ly/3XOaAu (via Rachel Maddow) #
Seagrams Seven a d 7-Up…oh, how I've missed you! #
A D = and…Jesus, iPhone, catch that stuff, will ya?! #
It's going to be a good day, regardless of what comes at me. I make this promise to myself now…let's see if it sticks. #
Good…that is done. Now for groceries… #
Off to do more holiday preparing #
I used Shazam to discover Right Here by Brandy #shazam #
just past 6100 words for #nanowrimo. Add that to the 7k I wrote in Oct, and I'm looking at something longer than a short story #
It's Friday, the servers are down, but I still have the internet, and we're having cake today. Fairly balanced start to my day #
Brandy "Right Here (Departed)" ♫ http://twt.fm/324969 #twtfm @cranky_pants Because I love You #
raiding @cranky_pants' iTunes library…he's got such good music!!! #
Febreze shower – When you haven't showered (and don't have time to), but you don't want to go out smelling b… – h (cont) http://tl.gd/sgi9 #
2200 words more today, bringing my total to 8300 #nanowrimo I'm behind, but getting there. #
No SoundByte today, but maybe in the morning…just not in that frame of mind today. #

Nov 09, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-11-02

It's going to be a good week. Thinking of my dad… #
between writing and photography, i feel a certain power starting to build inside me. I like it. Let's see where it takes me, shall we? #
Alternate day: write 1-2k words, catch some morning shots around town, afternoon coffee, nap, editing, dinner,evening tv w/ @cranky_pants #
Every Time You Need Me "Fragma" ♫ http://twt.fm/315439 #musicmonday #
Fragma "Everytime you need me" ♫ http://twt.fm/315452 #musicmonday cause I can't tweet it right the 1st time… #
Ugh…I give up…it's a great song by Fragma and Maria Rubia. Go find it #
It's official…I'm bored out of my stonkin' mind… #
Hmmm…just got a call from B&N here in town re a different p/t job for the evenings. Do I take it and dump the shoes?? Must ponder… #
OceanLab "On the Beach" ♫ http://twt.fm/316089 #musicmonday for @cranky_pants #
Very torn about B&N vs Shoe store…especially tonight. Inner voice tells me no changes in that regard…I think I'll trust that voice. #
6450, for those who know what I'm counting these days #
#lastfm #love Imagination Tiësto Remix by JES http://bit.ly/3rBbwd #
okay, make that an even-ish 7k. Now, to get ready for work. #
#lastfm #love Clear Blue Moon by Armin van Buuren http://bit.ly/ZZG5j #
today's thought: it's all about trust. it's the bedrock of a deep and meaningful relationship. I love you @cranky_pants! #
office drama feeds into my anxieties…I hate that. I truly, truly do. #
and I was doing so good today… bring on 4:30 plz #
okay…@cranky_pants is an AWESOME cheerleader. I feel a lot better, and a bit fierce right now. #
Sometimes, I do enjoy listening to music out of the one tinny speaker on my iPhone. #
Grateful my father is recovering well, and I'm home tonight with @cranky_pants. It's a good end to a tough day #
this morning was devoted to pictures. I am such a small fish in a LARGE pond, so defining myself will be a challenge…one I'm up for. #
#lastfm #love When Love Takes Over (Radio Edit) by David Guetta feat. Kelly Rowland http://bit.ly/3S2Ql3 #
walking through the doors of the office felt like I was walking into a den of cobras, hungry lions, and those filled with Rage. wish me luck #
Off to price part of my holiday gifts for the family any more info would give Santas secrets away. And I know Halloween hasn't arrived… #
Happy Halloween! http://twitpic.com/ng468 #
Mylene Farmer "Appelle mon Numero" ♫ http://twt.fm/318696 for @cranky_pants♥ #
Week 2 of beard: http://twitpic.com/ngna5 #
800 more written down #
here at work, slaying the dragons left, right, and center. All in the name of @cranky_pants. That's the kind of knight I am. #
If you're responsible for supplying coffee to the office, don't choose that day to come in late…I'm just sayin'… #
I made a mistake, was caught in my own whirlwind, and didn't mean to hurt you. I'm sorry @cranky_pants. I love you. #
OceanLab "On A Good Day" ♫ http://twt.fm/319701
because I need a boost, and for @cranky_pants, with hope and love #
On a surprise roadtrip on a fabulous Halloween! Yay!!! #
Thinking about my Auntie B. Miss her… #
Here I am: http://bit.ly/4qWnHZ #
Simply awestruck #
Gabrielle "Dreams" ♫ http://twt.fm/320178 #
RT the 1st 1666.66 words begins now (via @spwhite) #
In the spirit of being official, I've decided to start again for #nanowrimo, and make use of the first person perspective. #
Finished recording this week's SoundByte. Onto posting…. #
Nosy security guards are annoying…just saying #
Erm…nosey? Spelling issues… #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-25

So, I couldn't get a thought out this morning, or get out of my own way…no writing today, but there WILL BE tomorrow. (promises to myself) #
Today's litter pick up: Dunkin donuts bag and a napkin flying around in the Common. #
New design: http://bit.ly/1wrPU3 and voicemail! #
Realization du jour: if I want change in my life, I must make achieving it a top priority. #
daydreaming of a brisk walk on the beach with my dog, my camera, my hubby, and a smile on my face. #
One step closer to a dream realized…that felt good #
rushing home for some quick QT with @cranky_pants then back to work…i really hate my days like this #
Here's to hoping tomorrow turns a new page in my world. #
just over 1000 words more this morning. Total count: 6k. Wish I didn't have to work today..I'm on a roll! #
window leaks, health, and anxiety are all on my mind this morning…I'm ready for another vacation already! #
Just wrote a quick note to my family in Maine re: Question 1. Let them decide as they will, but I hope they keep @cranky_pants n me in mind. #
RT @BostonTweet: The USS Constitution harbor turnaround with a canon salute is commencing this morning. (via @Boston_Police). #
Got a wonderful reply from my mom re: Q1 in Maine…I love you Mom! #
I love New England weather: snow on Sunday, shorts n tshirts on Wednesday! #
RT @AuntieVera: I'm hoping you'll listen to today's Vera Speaks lovie. I think you'll find it especially interesting. @cranky_pants #
BT "All That Makes Us Human Continues" ♫ http://twt.fm/311079 for my twitter friends and family Peaceful tunes for your Wednesday. #
New furrier look. Yes/no? http://twitpic.com/mgixd #
In my alternative universe, I'm sitting in my home office, typing away at my computer, spinning words into stories. #
David Gray "Please Forgive Me" ♫ http://twt.fm/311824 for @cranky_pants, with much love. #
bizarre craving of the day: extra cheese pizza with Ruffles potato chips and a rootbeer float….I know, strange. #
Bob Jones University has a rather ironic acronym, I think… #
another quick 500 words this morning before work. Feels kinda like breakfast #
Are you picking up an extra piece of litter today? It doesn't hurt… #
Today's litter pick up: sales flyer blowing down Congress St, Boston #
DJ Sammy "Why" ♫ http://twt.fm/312609 #twtfm #
yup…coulda used more sleep very tired today… #
Diet Coke Pop Up Kitchen open on Tremont St in Boston today at 11am – by all accounts, decent food, funky decor #
In the DC pop up kitchen…iMacs, soda, couches, tables, and food…all free! #
sending big love to @cranky_pants. I hope you feel better soon, sweetie #
I need a new apartment to go with my new bookcase! Thank you @pearlgirl02!!!! #
Chicago "Class" ♫ http://twt.fm/313034 #twtfm #
RT @BostonTweet Thrill the World, worlds largest simult. dance to MJs Thriller, is tmrw at 8:30pm near Davis Sq. http://sayabit.com/jPqdVZ #
Nearly 7am and I'm at work…waiting for a mgr to show up…she BETTER get here for 7… #
RT @thedaveywavey the best way to change someone else is to change yourself. #
I like the way gin treats me #
Gorgeous day in the city! Might be doing a duck tour today #
So rather than record a show today, I spent it with Nate, Scott, n Carol. Fear not…early edition tomorrow! #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-19

Up to 1300 words now…that's only 400 more than yesterday, but it's something. Now to get ready for work… #
#lastfm #love Ride (Tiesto Remix) by Cary Brothers http://bit.ly/jxUuy #
have a listen to my latest podcast and tell me if I'm crazy…thx! #
you can find it all here: http://twurl.nl/3xopbl #
daydreaming on a slow day at the office…dreaming of the surf crashing, sea gulls, and the sound of my fingers typing at my keyboard… #
RT @Boston_Police: TRANSFORMER EXPLOSION: Squirrel chewed through wire, causing explosion. Power outage in Wren St W Rox area. //ouch!! #
Will someone wish @cranky_pants a happy birthday I can't speak for all of you! #
HAPPY BIRTHDAY @cranky_pants cause I love embarassing you on Twitter #
3000 words finished as of this morning. I think I'm onto something… #
really feeling like poop today too…I think my body is going into hibernation mode #
Girls Aloud "Call The Shots" ♫ http://twt.fm/303414 #
Wow…what a difference a good email can make in my day! #
RT @michaelajones: How the LGBT rights movement can help fight climate change (@blogactionday) – http://tinyurl.com/yj2jksf #
RT @Gr8BosFoodBank: 38F this morn sure was chilly, unfortunately it means that many ppl will be forced to choose btwn heat & food early #
20 YEARS ago the Berlin Wall came down…TWENTY. God I feel old! I remember that vividly! (whistling Winds of Change by Scorpions) #
Scorpions "Winds of Change" ♫ http://twt.fm/304329 bad version, but in memory of the Berlin Wall coming down 20 years ago. #
Gotta avoid looking a gift horse in the mouth and just be grateful for things more… #
Ugh…big nor'easter headed for my area this weekend… #
Stuck http://bit.ly/13jtGa #
I do NOT want to sell shoes tonight…would rather snuggle down with @cranky_pants and keep warm! #
So I came home in the cold rain, wind, and yuck to a hot cuppa and a piece of p-buttered toast. I love @cranky_pants!! He's 2 good 2 me!! #
Up to 3600 words now. Have some research to do before I can push that thought out any further…anyone know a good climatologist? #
RT @BostonPhoenix The Phoenix > Lifestyle Features > How gay is Southie? http://retwt.me/VEdX #
feeling a bit pit-bullish today…chasing down AP reps to pay what they owe us is rather exciting. #
wow…Wu Tang Clan founder on @OnPointRadio … not the public radio I knew as a kid, that's for sure! #
Today's litter pick up: a bunch of flyers and paper in the Common and along West St…rly people? Find a bin! #
Nearly 5000 words This feels great! #NaNoWriMo #
just recorded SoundByte 43 – listen up for my croaky voice there's a good reason for it, though #
Wow…snow. #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-12

Not ready to be the cog in the machine yet… #
Thinking about taking a break from social networking for a while…just to ease myself back into things. Slow tweets, but lotsa blogging #
not enjoying spending my time making other people rich…something's changed in me, and it's for the better. #
OceanLab "On A Good Day" ♫ http://twt.fm/295355 for my sweetie @cranky_pants #
Today's weather is reflective of my mood…dark and brooding. Still, there is a spark inside me… #
Today's litter pick up: another plastic bottle #
sitting at my desk, but my mind knows there's more to life than my 5' x 3' desktop…need to break away from this. #
Creativity is a bird that needs to be uncaged, left to take flight, and whose song should be heard by all, and not kept stifled in a cavern. #
Early Turning http://bit.ly/3Ycet8 #
Today's litter: dunkin donuts bag left with half a muffin inside… #
My thoughts are halfway between there/then and here/now #
David Gray "Please Forgive Me" ♫ http://twt.fm/296941 for @cranky_pants because you're so damn amazing. Love You!! #
The story I've been sitting on is ready to be written. Now, to the work of getting it down in words… #
RT @BostonTweet: Limelight Stage in Chinatown is having a Madonna Karaoke Contest tonight at 7pm. http://LimeLightBoston.com @patrickhume #
Physically exhausted, yet I'm going to a job I loathe…the disconnect is crushing… #
I'd rather be writing #
Today's litter pickup: mcdonald's sandwich box. A little bit to clean up my hometown #
Basic plotline mapped out…now to create the characters #
Choppers buzzing overhead for movie filmin @BostonTweet http://twitpic.com/l0owi #
Out snapping shots in the last rays of daylight…the best time for warm lighting. #
BT "All That Makes Us Human" ♫ http://twt.fm/298991 #
took some lovely shots, which you can see at http://bit.ly/9wUXQ once I put them up – you'll see the tweet. That, plus some writing = good. #
New pictures: Urban Sunset http://bit.ly/xDwD7 #
#lastfm #love Burned With Desire by Armin van Buuren http://bit.ly/J5Wqv #
#lastfm #love If I Could Fly by OceanLab http://bit.ly/4kYiAm #
Off to meet up with @cranky_pants. #
National Coming Out Day: Come out, come out, wherever you are!! #
921 words written…one small step in the right direction. Now, to
Podcast #

Oct 12, 2009 | Ramblings and Rants | Leave A Comment »

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-10-04

Ugh…dark toast = smoke detector going off at 6:30am…NOT good Happy Monday… #
Standells "Dirty Water" ♫ http://twt.fm/287068 #musicmonday #
Today's litter: plastic water bottle. It's only one piece, but it all starts with one piece. #
how is it a day spent slouching on the couch has hurt my back today I just wanted to be lazy yesterday…now I'm paying for it #
On lunch and got called into the shoe job tonight…I said yes, because I'm a slave to the $ #
People do not move with the sense of urgency I require. Just get out of my way, plz #
DoJ Asks Court to Nix Google Book Search Settlement http://twurl.nl/qshsf3 #
at least today is flying by…I'm counting down till Thursday at Noon. @pusspatrell how many 15's is that? #
Parking notices up in N end for "The Town" filming. @BostonTweet http://twitpic.com/jiy4r #
Second piece of litter today (make up for yesterday): random newspaper insert. #
Honestly…if we all just picked up ONE piece that wasn't of our creation…how much cleaner would our environ be? #
3:30 am, woke up from a bad dream…drink of water to cool my nerves, then a few more hrs sleep #
running to work…when I really needed more sleep #
Today's litter: empty cigarette pack and empty gum pack #
Two small pieces now properly disposed of #
39 till 32 #
Residents fight loud, late-night bar scene in North End – The Boston Globe – http://shar.es/1uJFg #
Beautiful day in the Common! #
Park rangers running after someone in the Common. Isn't that why they have horses? #
Favorite quote of the day: "That's not logistically possible, ma'am" (speaking to a Canadian customer who wanted her books to arrive 2day) #
RT @spacetrucker: WASH POST ALERT: Senate Finance Committee Votes Down Government-Run Health Insurance Option #
RT @rudepundit: So I guess 65% of us Americans are unAmerican. //so despondent about the Senate Finance Comm vote… #
Today's litter pick up: Dunkin Donuts plastic cup in a styro cup. Bonus: I got to toss it into the trash truck! #
RT @Boston_Police: MANHOLE FIRE: Blue Hill Ave and Seaver St, expect delays. // Rly? Manholes burn?? #
nearly 11am…that's 25 hrs till VACATION. I can't freakin' wait… #
100 15 minutes -es in @pusspatrell speak #
Miss Jane "It's a Fine Day" ♫ http://twt.fm/289808 @cranky_pants @pusspatrell @rambleredhead @Princess_Holly #
Thinking of starting a blog about my litter pickup scheme…maybe #
Really now? Haven't we seen enough? http://twitpic.com/jq6lw #
sure..you didn't bother to actually give the original invoice to your AP dept, and now you're harassing me for a new copy. not my issue… #
now the creation of new invoices that will never reach their intended recipients begins yay for doing busy work…multiple times over. #
Tis the season!! http://twitpic.com/jrok9 #
To @Princess_Holly with love: http://twitpic.com/js0q1 #
Well, hello Birthday! Nice to meet you I love our annual meetings! #
Work till noon, then packing, and off to Cape Cod for the weekend!!! Can't wait! #
Filming in the North End today…any star sightings yet? @BostonTweet #
THANK YOU EVERYONE #
okay…alternate universe. I love Congressman Grayson! #
Countdown to Freedom: 3hrs 12 min #
From the office on my birthday: http://twitpic.com/jtuqu #
Sugar overload! Looks like we've got road snacks @cranky_pants #
RT @Boston_Police: BANK ROBERY: Sovereign Bk, 287 Hanover St, no weapon shown, passed note, white male, 5'8", thin, 30's, black t-shirt #
I love that I celebrate my birthday with the People's Republic of China #
1 hr 15 mins…can't wait!!! (overexcited much on my birthday? probably) #
RT @dubs20: Just got rid of 82 Google Wave invites out…Only 18 invites left. Follow me and RT this to get one First come first serve.. #
OMG I'm almost FREE #
Ahhh…Vacation! #
The best things in life are free #
Today's litter pick up: copy of the Metro crumpled in a ball after being read. #
Filming of "The Town" in my 'hood might make me break my promise not to support Teh Crayzee Mr. Cruise just to see the bldgs on screen. #
Posted on my bldg, c/o the film crew manager: http://twitpic.com/jue19 #
Bags packed, belly full, ready to go! #
Omg…2 gay men packing for a 4 day weekend? It's like we're moving overseas! LOL #
http://twitpic.com/jutpr@kickylarue #
First stop: the inlaws for dinner then Radio Silent from me till Tuesday #
Whatever happened to Jennifer Jason Leigh? #
I demand that all women who have hysterics in my drawing room call me Vera -Dolores Claiborne #
Husbands die everyday, Dolores…in fact one is probably dying right now… #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-27

Good morning all Trying my damnedest to start this week off on a good note… #
RT @JayT @Princess_Holly it just seems so strange you are showering and I just got to work. #
starting the day by putting a major account on hold is SUCH a Monday thing to do… #
RT @kindbydesign: //Heroes starts tonight! @cranky_pants OMG!!! I'm in HEAVEN I missed that show #
returned from lunch…it's LOVELY out in Boston today! @Princess_Holly would approve. #
only 10 mins left of Monday at the Office #
Just got my hands on a copy of "Life, Inc." Been waiting all summer for this! http://twitpic.com/imhbd #
Heroes!!!! #
Heroes half-time… #
RT @FoulMonkeys Tuesday: Monday in disguise. #
Why does a Trader Joe's Maple Cream Cookie sound SO GOOD right about now? #
is it really only 9:17am? Really?? #
to the people who drive @cranky_pants crazy: you have been warned. Pappa Bear gets fiery when you've upset his cub… #
RT @spacetrucker: the POTUS should've used his media blitz 2 call 4 a march on DC by those who support #hcr.wouldn't have 2 lie about numbrs #
Not a praying man, but I'm looking at you St. Francis… #
Mornin all…it's hump day! #
RT @JaneEblueyes First cuppa coffee …. priceless // couldn't have said it better myself! #
Let the Halloween season commence! http://twitpic.com/it337 thank you @cranky_pants! #
Weather says rain later…but given it's New England, that will probably change… #
RT @BostonUpdate: Gallery: Homes – Rockport – http://is.gd/3BiT9 @JaneEblueyes #
when you call to place a book order over the phone, having a form of payment IN YOUR HAND is a good idea…not leaving it in the car. #
Treated to dinner AND a drive out #
"November Rain" by G&R on the radio…time warp!!! #
Good morning all! It's almost Friday…almost. #
it's post-book rush…so lets have as many GD meetings as possible, eh? …story of my life #
apparently there was a bomb scare on Temple St in DTX Boston…not active any more… #
Bagpipes and Guiness on Tremont St: http://twitpic.com/izas4 #
Did I just see a tranny on the local news in a story NOT about GLBT issues? You betcha! I love MA. #
mornin' all. Fall is in the air in Boston – winds of change blowing hard down the streets of Beantown today. #
ugh…friday and it's too busy already…my mind/body aren't up to speed with the rest of the awake world! #
Johnny Cash "I've Been Everywhere" ♫ http://twt.fm/284947 #twtfm
…needing a roadtrip today #
"Life, Inc." is a great book I highly recommend. Puts lots of things into context. #
Already time to return to the office??? Damn short lunch breaks! #
Ok..it's settled. My daily good deed is to pick up one piece of litter not created by me. At least one. Not hard at all. What if we all did? #
TEN WHOLE MINUTES #
Today's litter pickup: pizza box left at North End Park #
One piece of trash each day…now properly disposed of. How hard is that? I'm thinking not very… #
Nate is referring to me as shoe whore…lovely. #
I prefer Al from Married With Children #
Someone likes me! http://bit.ly/ClIRo #
Off doing a little leaf peeping! #
Ultra Nate "Free" ♫ http://twt.fm/285884 for @cranky_pants #
I used Shazam to discover Incense & Peppermints by The Strawberry Alarm Clock #shazam #
Who knew Sonic would cause backups on Rte 1 N??? Crazy line out the door! #
Follow this advise and save water! http://twitpic.com/jaeuc #
Starting to work on SB 41…brief highlights: Good therapy, upcoming birthdays, Autumn's arrival, and job-quest update. Stay tuned! #
New pictures: Turning Season http://bit.ly/WJi4d #
Watching the Ken Burns "National Parks: America's Best Idea" film on PBS..peaceful Sunday viewing (unlike football…) #
Full from another lovely meal c/o @cranky_pants! Veggie soup on a cold September Sunday #

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2009-09-20

Up with the sun… #
going Twitter silent for a while… #
Today is all about being there for my hub and his family. #
Seeing this side of Nate's family is something I've never seen before. There is a magic that eminates from large Italian families. Awesome. #
Feeling cloudy today. Think I'm coming down with a seasonal cold…joy #
getting ready for round 2 of work…thought I don't feel I should be here right now. #
Another day going through the motions of work when my mind is very much elsewhere. #
at work for a few hrs, then off to the Centola's for the next couple of days. #
Getting done up right for Grampy. Bonus: I still can iron a shirt #
Green line, don't fail us today #MBTA #
Amazing wake for an amazing man from an amazing family…so many paid respects. #
That was an amazing day spent sending off a much-loved man to his Maker. Rest in Peace, Grampy C. #
Going to sleep like a baby…in a few short minutes, even. #
Wow everyone is turning into a tweetie bird… #
G'night all #
This has been one heck of a week…I'm so glad it's finally Friday. #
RT @cranky_pants: http://bit.ly/AqL0u via @addthis I'm glad I don't daily by train anymore//OMG The #MBTA = FAIL #
very much in a fog today…stuffy head, achey, whaaah. There, done my man-flu whine. #
quote from the boss: I want this afternoon to be one of least resistance. I couldn't have said it better myself. #
Lovely early autumn day in Boston! #
News from the North End: @NorthEndUpdate from Boston.com #
Grocery shopping! #
Just got a different phone…Ivan was dyin'…meet Ichabod. #
At work, missing @cranky_pants. #
Been thinking about tomorrows SoundByte. Lots to share… #
Though many of you have fixed the little icon issue, I've been enjoying figuring out why various colors are assigned to diff. peeps #
Twitter is a multi-colored spectrum of my friends lately…what's up with that? #
Greenway Fountain http://bit.ly/EV9yf #
Jamie's American Roadtrip is a food-based show the hub and I are rather enjoying. I recommend. #
working on SB 40. Stay tuned! http://teachingthomas.net/FromBostonia #
Today is Free Community Day at the MFA. Free admission from 10am to 4:45pm. http://bit.ly/nU9zT (via @BostonTweet) #
Final mixdown of SoundByte 40 underweigh. Hope you all download and listen. Let me know what your thoughts are too #
Dear neighbors with the Weimerainer: your dog is freaking out and cannot bear to be home alone #
Bob Sinclair "World Hold On" ♫ http://twt.fm/280657 #
I can't decide if the tours of Boston on a Segway are cool or lame…I suppose it would be different if I were on one… #
Very good stuff: http://twitpic.com/iggpw #
New pictures: Fall Approaches http://bit.ly/TSvqc #
From Inside http://bit.ly/BB0Xj #
Do I want to go for a car ride tonight? Sure! Why not #zipcar #
The Ride Tonight http://bit.ly/1AXaa9 #
Passing by Gillette Stadium listening for U2… #
Here I am: http://bit.ly/3BDQu3 #
No U2 yet…must be a late start… #
I used Shazam to discover I'll Be Your Light by Kristine W. #shazam #
http://bit.ly/Xfk0z Gays Strike Back (via @cranky_pants) #
http://bit.ly/15Iq1g Gays Strike Back (via @cranky_pants) [fixed broken link] #

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