So Close!

Looking at Google Maps, I realized if I went further on 5N (after missing 101 N freeway switch), I could have made it to Magic Mountain!

*Sigh*

A Drive

Got back from an overnight trip to LA to drop off someone at LAX for their flight to Korea today.

On my way back from the airport heading back into SLO, I somehow missed the 101 freeway entrance and got onto 5 N and had to back track. I think it was partially due to my wandering mind and pride in "knowing" the drive back from LA well enough not to miss the freeway switch. Unfortunately, it goes to show that I'm still human and full of errors. I've learned my lesson. I should still consult my written directions, especially when without a GPS navigating unit ensconced on my dashboard.

But, all went well. The drop off of my charge went without mishap. Got him up and ready to go a wee early, but it saved me from traffic in the morning to the airport. I got some unexpected bonuses as well. Not bad for a "half day's" work.

Well, all in all, I'm back and ready to take a nap. And it's a nice day outside too!

Some Things To Do Before I Turn 25

Here are a list of things I'd like to accomplish/check off before I turn twenty-five. In no particular order:

1. Learn how to ride a bike (not those stationary ones)
   
2. Go to Six Flags Magic Mountain (it's been ages!)
3. Go kayaking
4. Get my personal website up
   

For some reason, I can't think of other things to put here... but I'm sure something will come up.

Life's good, a little busy. Currently in the process of packing and moving. I will still be in SLO, but my lease is up. :) Moving into my pastor and his family's home for the next three months, and then moving to rent a room in their old home (which is close to where I am living at currently—and close to work).

I will try to visit you NorCal and SoCal and very SoCal people when I get a chance (and save some gas money)... or you can save me my solo trip and come visit me!

Building up an Empire

Well, not exactly an Empire... but a profile/stock of knitting information on my Ravelry account. I think it's due time I started using that site a bit more, now that I'm working on more knitting projects.

Anyone else on Ravelry? Let me know!

Mine!

I'm beginning the process of putting my mark on life.

I don't know how it'll look like from day to day, but I hope to own up to each day and make an effort to put a little personal touch into my:
- conversations
- knitting projects
- photography
- written notes
- IMs
- e-mails
- phone calls
- surprise visits
- going on random trips to random destinations
- reading new books/magazines/articles
- living life to the fullest
- [insert unknown activity here]

But then again, it is a little past midnight, and I'm a little tired. Hopefully this won't be a fluke post I regret later... hopefully.

An Intrusion

She held back the sob that was threatening to erupt from her lips. Crouching low as she hid in the closet, she fought to stay alert as she cast wary eyes to the slight opening left by the closet door.

She knew they were close, maybe a few yards away.

Trying to keep her breathing shallow, she slowly brought her hand up to her face to help slow down her breathing.

Listening for their voices, she slowly moved toward the closet door to have a better view of the entrance. They were heading towards the couch, seemingly unaware of another presence. This was even better than she had initially planned—maybe she could slip out unnoticed.

Waiting until the two intruders settled into the couch to watch a previously recorded show, she counted silently to herself. Slowly and steadily, she eased open the sliding closet door, and gave a great shout as she lunged toward the couch.

"Surprise!"

My Lame Rhyme

[Coming to a voicemail greeting near you... maybe]
Long story short, this was a rhyme/rap/song I came up with for my work Christmas party performance...

Let's get down
and out of town
Cuz it's Christmas time
at Kraftwerk Design

The office is closed
Ain't gonna pose
We're on a leave
On Christmas Eve

Can't answer the phone
Ain't no one home
You'll find us out
But don't pout

The Kraftwerk crew Will be back for you*

Now don't you flip
But take a trip
With Thomas, Bryan, Eric, Johnny,
Priscilla, Janice, and Quincy

Stop frettin'
And start bettin'
At the cue
On the first to puke
(From too much food)

The party is about to start
So we'll have to part
But don't you worry
We'll be back in a hurry.

*(x2)

Happy holidays! -J