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A growing family: Panther

lori — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:49:58 +0000

We added four feet to our family this weekend.
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Last weekend, after a quick visit with Shelly (a.k.a. Sheldon before they found out he was a she; an 8-week old sibling of Lenoard, Penny, and Howard), we found out that that her parents weren’t quite ready to give her up for adoption like they had planned. [1]
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In the mean time, Emil got excited about the idea of a new feline member of our household. Furthermore, we had already prepped for a long weekend visit that Shelly’s parents originally offered, so we had a four-day weekend planned and had purchased some basic supplies like an additional litterbox.
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Emil began research. Lo-and-behold it was “cheap pet” weekend at the Austin shelter. Just like with Mítad on Cinco de Mayo in 2000, we landed upon the adopt-a-thon.
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Friday, I took Purrrrrl to the vet to update her rabies vaccine and met a vet tech who fosters 22 cats in a “cattery”. We’d always had girls and were planning to get another female, but he suggested that male cats are both more affectionate and easier to introduce. According to him, females are quite territorial with one another.
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We entered into the visitation room primarily because one of the young male cats named Sebastian. After all, who could resist a kitty with the Miami mascot name? Sebastian was very sweet and had a white patch on his chest and stripe on his belly just like Sosta did. But, he was out-loved by his roommate, Panther. Panther had a Zeta-turquoise collar, too. It felt meant-to-be!
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The good/bad part of this deal is that he reminds me so VERY much of Sosta. I still miss her a great deal and the reminder is both warm and harsh. So far, I spend my time adoring him in reference to her and realizing he’s not the cat she was. He is ready to be friends with Purrrrrl, and she’s close to accepting him, too. We are sure that by the time the weather is cool, they will be snuggle buddies.
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The vet tech may very well have been right: Panther’s lovely and affectionate. He seeks attention from us and does his best to sleep in the middle of the bed so he can be close to us both. We are already quite pleased with him and with our decision to add a member to our family.
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Oh, and black cats (as well as dogs) are always the least adopted, so we not only saved a kitty from shelter life, but also took one of those at the greatest risk of never having a family to love.
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[1] There is a story here that, believe it or not, implies that we offer kitty parachuting lessons from our 3rd floor balcony!
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lori — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:21:00 +0000

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Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-29

lori — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:21:00 +0000

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Funny Protest Signs

lori — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:34:21 +0000

…and some of them will make you think, too!

Thanks, Julie, for finding this one!

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-22

lori — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 19:21:00 +0000

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now, it's raining sideways. Guess I'll be late to CroKnit. #
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@SummerH @jeremya been a long day. I'll have to look at that tomorrow. My screen doesn't look anything like that! (i'm only .0.1 behind) in reply to SummerH #
1 of 6 errands/meetings/sessions done for the day. #FreakishlyLongDay #
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2 of 7 done and a lunch break too! IT's HOT again today! Wwwwhhhheeeeeewwww. #
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Ok, Allergy season has to pause until I can get to the store for more kleenex. #
I Tweet from my phone via text pretty often (& read some friends' Tweets that way), but that doesn't mean I'm reading my Twitter feed, too. #
.@rehor @IleenieWeenie #BlogathonATX Feels good to see a reference I don't understand & then see claim of "old". Clearly, I'm not yet old! #
@IleenieWeenie Now how would it look if I didn't give you $h!t from time to time? teee heee heeee in reply to IleenieWeenie #
Wow, [those people] have GOT to learn that we aren't all skilled in that way! #drivemenuts #whydotheyfindME? #
OMFG and not in the good way. For the love of all that is in the visible spectrum of light…. #
"My name is Jeffrey. I four years old." -Bill Cosby, Himself #
Fritos. It's what's for dinner! #
Also that ended up MUCH better than it started! #
…and since I graduated, no changes. #redneck #whitetrash #7500millionaires RT @zachvat MTV comes to Paris, TX. http://bit.ly/9qtbI9 #
.@IleenieWeenie @cyberjunkie21 @AmberAusten2 A'least it's not Summer '09 w/ -20' lakes & 100?+ temps. Oh I 'member it well, we were moved 2x #
@Bepkoboy I'm (allergies need this) jealous. What are these #hatchchiles and where I can get them to induce drainage? in reply to Bepkoboy #
RT @emil285: I can live with these 10 healthy vices: http://tiny.cc/jcyzs #
I'm tired of too-often-repeated tweets. Say something original. #
RT @210consulting Shut off music/video Auto Player on your site! NOW: http://bit.ly/cnwuFB v @jasoncrouch #
Dear restaurants, HIRE someone to do your website. Dear developers, GET YOUR portfolio in front of them. #restaurantsitestendtosuck #
@jeremya It took me a while to figure out @OtherInbox. Now, I never know it's there. in reply to jeremya #
Water-on-something-important. Again. (that's 3 in one week!) At least @emil285 did this one. AT LEAST it was just water. #
@IleenieWeenie Well, I wasn't going to call you out, but yeah. Clearly, the universe is telling me I need to spend more time with you! ') in reply to IleenieWeenie #
@IleenieWeenie FINALLY. I' m definitely having withdrawal. Ready for #BlogathonATX in reply to IleenieWeenie #
@txhoudini The Daily Grill, Pluckers, Waterloo Ice House (if you like BBQ flavor), WingStop in reply to txhoudini #
Drinks date with @emil285 at Freda's! #
I long 4 the day when parents are responsible enough to take their squealing crotchdroppings OUT of nice restaurants/bars. #itsforgrownups #
@TheJenATX sounds like it's time to roast a rosemary chicken. #Isweariamnotpregnant in reply to TheJenATX #
anyone besides me hate making their own business cards? #cantletanyoneelsedoiteither #
@jeremya @wieghatt I'm down to my last ~15. I HAVE to order new ones, but ~no image I have fits all the rules. #
Generation gap. My mom cries every time Bonnie Blue dies. I cry EVERY time Angel & Mimi die. #
@IrvinFromTexas why. why why why? greenville? Why not just make the extra 45 minute drive to Paris while you're already headed to hell? in reply to IrvinFromTexas #
@jeremya Are you moving to NY? in reply to jeremya #
@IrvinFromTexas oh. Whew! Thank goodness for Texas having so many things/places named after the same peeps! I was so worried for you! in reply to IrvinFromTexas #
@jeremya @phillymac so one of you needs to get a job in Residence Life at a University (apartment included!) in reply to jeremya #
"…yeah, I'm sorry I can't afford a Ferrari, but that don't mean I can't get you there…" http://youtu.be/CAV0XrbEwNc (NSFW) #
@DareToBrand You're Welcome!!! in reply to DareToBrand #
.@IleenieWeenie @BloggerFather @emil285 and I have 3 laptops and 2 desktops between us. (all Macs but one.) #
.@BloggerFather Yes, but we aren't all in your time zone! cc @IleenieWeenie #

Rosemary Lemonade

lori — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:15:30 +0000

I found this recipe in Real Simple several years ago and kept it handy. It’s a great summer drink!

2/3 cup sugar
6 2/3 cup water
7 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 lemon, thinly sliced
8 shots vodka, chilled

Combine sugar and 2/3 cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil to make a simple syrup. Add 3 sprigs rosemary and let steep for 15 minutes. Chill (the longer it sits, the better)

Combine the syrup, lemon juice, 6 cups water, and lemon slices in a large pitcher. Bruise 4 rosemary sprigs by bashing them around a little with a wooden spoon on a cutting board and then add to pitcher.

Makes 8 servings.

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-15

lori — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 19:21:00 +0000

Cracker Barrel is my personal hell. WTH I can't have veggies at 10:30. Like they aren't canned anyway. #
Jackass. You're a SERVER, not a comedian. Play your real part, not the one you want. #
gah. I'm here, too. Or, I don't have to be. #
busy weekend with family events and responsibilities. Feel like I was not in the right place at the right time in spite of obligations. #
as usual with sports: my team's website is so cluttered that several things aren't updated for Fall 2009, yet. le sigh. #
@IleenieWeenie Oh PLEASE do not censor your #filthymouth It provides us with so much entertainment! in reply to IleenieWeenie #
"If you're going to pitch me a product worth $25K, you might not want to use comic sans in your signature" /via @rsomers @andreaschulle #
woo hoo! @slavetofashion: Put on my favorite black pencil skirt this am only to find that it's almost too big to wear. #Downsideofweightloss #
Where's @SheilaS ? @KeepAustinWierd … Travel Tuesday Austin TweetUp. Host: @olgaLG @katalinaTX @TheMaidenVoyage http://bit.ly/bwLiTX #
#WhyAustin @jasoncrouch In 13+ years … I have yet to encounter a client who willingly moved away from here. #
@wesley83 I saw that, TOO! LOL! in reply to wesley83 #
Safety is necessary, but I wonder if more people would like politics & get more involved if they could see/meet the POTUS and others. #
HOW did these images get so jumbled? I'm in image-ordering hell. WTF? #
RT @HaleyOdom: New Blog Post: Love the One You're With: http://wp.me/pqjnl-11 #
carpet cleaning underway. @purrrrrl has been relegated to the balcony. I'm working at the neighborhood bar. #
RT @chrisfixedkitty: News on one of my projects & one of my alter egos (@CSO_Ingenuity) http://gettingby.net/CSO/archives/91 #steampunk #rp #
@baddmom THAT is hilarious! in reply to baddmom #
dear Gmail. You are really lacking in some key features. #
Girls Hitting Puberty at Younger Age: Study : Discovery News http://shar.es/0mYaC (I wonder if boys are, too? And, why? hormones in food?) #
Twitter is my favorite web 2.0 anything. I have made the most amazing friends here. <3 you all! #
OMG and ditto! @slavetofashion: @LoriLuza I love you too! You are one of my favorite Twitter friends and I am sooooo glad to know you!! xoxo #
Re "who to follow' v Twitter:a) whom is correct.b) try consider following.&c) I don't need to follow any more [popular industry] peeps, THX. #
also, unless you are going to pay me to take your survey, KISS (Keep It Simple, Stupid!). gah. #
RT @Ramon_DeLeon: Since today is 8-9-10 I feel like giving away a Free Pizza at 8pm 9pm and 10pm.Anyone in Chicago hungry and can stop in? #
RT @TheDigPub: New beers at The Dig: Thirsty Planet Buckethead IPA, Real Ale Han's Pils, Brooklyn Lager #
RT @laniar: @baddmom haha i've got your #kitty4square #
<3 U girlie! I can NOT wait to meet you IRL. Are you ever in ATX? @stealingsand: @LoriLuza luff you too chica! #
@stealingsand THAT is a DATE! <3 U! in reply to stealingsand #
Christian Finnegan is hi-lar-i-ous. Dogs playing poker. LOL and OMG. #
Grun-dle, Grun-dle, Grun-DLE! @TheGrundle Ppl trying to talk me into participating in a red dress run…not feeling wearing a red dress #
With the exception of breakfast. French Fries are almost always a viable meal option. #
@IleenieWeenie ha. I love how TweetDeck saw the * in #dumbsh t as a symbol to end the word to #dumbsh #CentralAustinJelly in reply to IleenieWeenie #
woo hooo. inferno sauce! daymn. nom. #FYSY #
LOL author blog entry. "cold" = anywhere from freezing to scalding. http://bit.ly/aQm9Vp #
@IleenieWeenie who's watching Wally? in reply to IleenieWeenie #
@IleenieWeenie Yes, French Fries make a good breakfast (better than meat/eggs!) but aren't usually served. :/ in reply to IleenieWeenie #
@IleenieWeenie Oh, I <3 Snooki! I watch Jersey Shore (Miami Shore?) for the trainwreck that it is. #pickles in reply to IleenieWeenie #
Sux doesn't begin to describe it! @AustinMamaDrama: Come on, Target, really? Sux. http://twitpic.com/2d81q9 #
@brianrutledge @AustinMamaDrama I'm a Hurricane and do NOT understand anything from them in ATX–or anywhere outside Ohio–ever. in reply to brianrutledge #
@annamunoz sending <3 and (((hugs))) your way. Hang in there. Tomorrow is Tuesday. in reply to annamunoz #
RT @NitaBug_GDC Grocery Bag From an Old T-Shirt http://goo.gl/ieAl ~ #reuse #upcycle #green #eco v @GroovyGrapevine @annamunoz #
RT @baddmom: That is hysterical! RT @samuelyu: Best fine print ever. http://twitpic.com/2d849t #fb #
@Pats4Me It's only dangerous if you look at the phone while texting…same as any other distraction. :/ in reply to Pats4Me #
RT @LightStalking: Five Ways to Steady Your Camera Without a Tripod http://bit.ly/brK81m #
@AustinMamaDrama Target supports homophobic politicians, anyway. in reply to AustinMamaDrama #
for those playing the name game: what about Lana? #
@AustinMamaDrama Yeah, I didn't know, either, until recently. Homophobic MFers. in reply to AustinMamaDrama #
Girl quits her job using dry erase board & 33 photos http://gri.ms/KSvt (Absolute genius!!) v @andybeal @slavetofashion #
RT @BigMikeInAustin: There is a high school called Coxsackie. Really? Coxsackie? Yes, Coxsackie. http://www.coxsackie-athens.org/ #
@webanna You could retort with Short People. http://www.mytinyphone.com/ringtone/281642/ in reply to webanna #
Dry erase resignation was a hoax. (Of course it was, it's on thechive.com) . http://bit.ly/aDgZbD Still a good laugh, though. #
@aggiediva Dunno when it finally changed, but they've been talking about it since before we moved. in reply to aggiediva #
I just realized I went all day yesterday without caffeine. Woot! Let's make it day two! Maybe then I'll polyphasic sleep again. #
@aggiediva I think when you enter Traditions from the front, the forced turn takes you down either North T. Blvd. or South T. Blvd. in reply to aggiediva #
@laniar Ha! Just DM it to all of us! #wishfulthinking in reply to laniar #
fb is a big ol #FAIL I don't have a link to a preview or any way to see my new 520w page. #
Must be going around. I'm unsubbing from a LOT of emails, this week. I saw others culling their facebook friends. I also cleaned up Twitter. #
@idodoodle good 4 them. I'm certain I could've used/enjoyed something like that. Now, where'll they be when I have to care for my mom alone? in reply to idodoodle #
CO Lic Plate 141 syk on a black nissan altima. #jerk #
I just blocked ~30 businesses who have facebook profiles intead of biz pages. Follow the rules, yo. #bastages #
"There's only now. There's only here." -Rent #
@idodoodle Yes, it is ok to be an only, but as one, I'd not recommend it. in reply to idodoodle #
@idodoodle so @emil285 knew that if I died giving birth to our 1st child, I expected him to adopt another. Our other plans made that moot. #
Oh, & on an unrel. note, (yl can't yet explain), I had a lovely glimmer dis week. Hope it shines my way 2 the light @ the end of the tunnel #
today's @dropalovebomb is a real tear-jerker. http://dropalovebomb.tumblr.com/ #
@Pats4Me mM hubby saw a Smart car a while back. It had fins and was painted like Dory! too cute! in reply to Pats4Me #
@robbell heh. I block them and report them to spam. DMs for MLMs are just as bad as porn bots. in reply to robbell #
RT @PaulettePGM Leif Johnson Ford – Horrid Customer Service http://post.ly/rWN4 #
You know you've been unemployed a little too long when you pee in the dark to save electricity. (via @TheManwife @AmberAusten2) HA! #
@TheJenATX One of the only places in Mexico I actually want to visit in spite of #moronspanishteacherbitch . #NERDSinlove in reply to TheJenATX #
New LinkedIn categories | Social Signal http://t.co/dE9MhNa via @AddThis #
Warning labels for the news..by @tomscott http://bit.ly/a9reOQ v @jemimah_knight @stealingsand #
@HaleyOdom The BEST job at A&M is former Coach RC Slocum's: "Special Assistant to the President" -w/a private office in the library. humph in reply to HaleyOdom #
@webanna awwwww. Thanks! #ff in reply to webanna #
@TheJenATX @baddmom is anyone else from your 'hood also going to that school? trade ride days? in reply to TheJenATX #
@TheJenATX @baddmom I never understood starting school so early. Not every child is a morning person. I never have been. in reply to TheJenATX #
@IleenieWeenie didn't you say you like Clowns? http://bit.ly/bklooH and http://bit.ly/b7tEyz (these are ok, but site can have NSFW stuff) #
sad news @TAMUPolice: KBTX (Bryan) A legendary lawman "Mr. FBI" has died. http://bit.ly/dqck0Y Bob Wiatt passed away Friday morning #
@midnightferret I had to forward nude pics for a (temp job) boss one time. "Breast Wishes for a Merry Christmas." Also ew. #forreal in reply to midnightferret #
I'm in SUCH a cleaning mood, recently. #finally #
cranking out the edits, today. #HaellsYEAH #
I giggle a little when clients expect to talk to me on a Friday or weekend. Um. That's when weddings/events are. #gottatrainemright #
Make it $2. RT @slavetofashion: @HaleyOdom I will give you $1 to go over to the window he's washing and lick it……seriously a whole $1!! #
@HaleyOdom @slavetofashion even if you gave him one of the dollars? in reply to HaleyOdom #
@slavetofashion @HaleyOdom Oooh, I bet others would donate to see picks of Haley licking something! in reply to slavetofashion #
RT @stephcooks: Looking for a home for my grandma's cat. Let me know if you're interested. Pic: http://cot.ag/cfl2vI #
Will you give @HaleyOdom a dollar if she licks her office window and provides a pic? She's up to $2 so far. cc @slavetofashion #
@jeremya @laniar and people are bothered by profanity? Y'all are just as bad with "good" words. in reply to jeremya #
LOL! @laniar @jeremya #
@BigMikeInAustin do you work in a bar? in reply to BigMikeInAustin #
gah. I'm tired of restarting gmail. WTH???!!! #
@BigMikeInAustin Can I come work with you? LOL! Oh, wait, I can work in a bar if I want to. I'm my boss! yay! in reply to BigMikeInAustin #
I wish Gmail cld auto-charge people who email repeatedly for the same thing. Some people "burn up" all their time w/me b4 I even meet them. #
RT @michaelianblack: Has a study been done to determine which is worse for marriage: gay people or the fact that nobody has a job? #
Omg. Commercial vehicles belong in the right lane only. Always. Fskers. #
What the heck is going on at the Sheriff's office today? #damnbusy #
Can *you* fit into a Panera bag? http://twitpic.com/2eiel8 #
do you play with @roybragg ? @alexanderhill: I scored 6264 points playing #QRANK Can you beat that? http://bit.ly/b8lZZu #
gah. 1)If a Congressman is speaking, it's a political event. 2)Don't invite ~everyone to your "Membership Luncheon". I don't do policital. #
@baddmom I blocked 'em, too. #rudeness in reply to baddmom #
@austindirtydog …we just got back from Torchy"s Tacos. in reply to austindirtydog #
I agree. @corrinrenee …chocolate milk made from powder is way better than chocolate milk made from syrup. #
dear Mac/geek Tweeps, what is your fave (free?) software 4 ripping DVD soundtracks to .mp3 (4 showtunes in my car)? Spare @emil285s ears! #
@baddmom don't say that out loud. someone might call you a communist. in reply to baddmom #
RT @corrinrenee: There is a heat advisory? For Texas? #noshitsherlock #
I am trying Brorsoft DVD to iPod converter to rip a DVD to an mp3. So far, so good! #
@TexBetsy WHAT a day! (and Thanks again for the referral. Wish it had worked out!) in reply to TexBetsy #
@BigMikeInAustin LOL! That's Hi-LAR-i-ous! in reply to BigMikeInAustin #
@amberagd THAT IS a good evening. I've started reading the Dexter books, now, too. in reply to amberagd #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-08

lori — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:21:00 +0000

Leaving already, dude? The party started at 12noon on a Sunday. You didn't even give it a chance. #
This is definitely a come-and-go party, so far. Lustre Pearl is a cool venue! #
Wow. If you are 'pro' bloggers, you might want to consider dropping the snobby attitude. (No, I don't know which blogs they're from.) #
RT @HaleyOdom: New Blog Post: Listen from the bottom up: http://wp.me/pqjnl-X #
An OMG OH at CroKnit @theDigPub "I think my vagina is pretty." #
@stealingsand Well, to be fair, she was talking about going to a nude beach. in reply to stealingsand #
New dentist is uuber cool. I never felt the Novocaine shot on the left and he filled my right-side tooth sans drugs. #
@stealingsand It is EASY to do that in @emil285 's car because the doors lock automatically. #demoncar in reply to stealingsand #
@laniar I've wanted to live behind/above my office for years. in reply to laniar #
I am so dysfunctional when I'm hungry. #
I like okra extremely overcooked. The slimier, the better! #
RT @austinpetsalive: Dog adoptions 7/30-31: Otis, Zeus, Clio, Thalia, Ginger, Nakita, Nelly, Lapis Lazuli #
Flash websites are of the DEVIL. Just because you CAN, doesn't mean you SHOULD! #
@cecycorrea Like the time our VP insisted we convert from Mac to PC so we could share calendars. #facepalm #dubmass in reply to cecycorrea #
Knock knock!……Who's there?…….Brett!……Brett who? >>>EXACTLY!! v @Pats4Me #
LOL! @stealingsand: need to change my Twitter bio to : reporting you bitches for spam. #
@mickeygomez might know of some @atxsarah nonprofits that have an online training option for volunteers?… #
I'm ready for HHH (Happy Hour with @HaleyOdom ) downtown! woot! is it 5pm yet? #
@TheJenATX which one did you go to? in reply to TheJenATX #
@TheJenATX ooooh fun! I'll have to remember tht's up here! in reply to TheJenATX #
@patricec EEE! How do we vote for you? #
Do y'all feel the Internet speeding up? I'm deleting old backup email. #
HHH (Happy Hour with @HaleyOdom) at Barton Spring Saloon. $1 beer FTW. #
Dear twitter. Need an actress from the 80s. She isnt supposed to get drunk, but does…& spends part of the night climbing a scaffold. #
OH at HHH: everyone has nipples. #
@idodoodle love Love LOVE okra. boiled. fried. in gumbo. everything. in reply to idodoodle #
Kim Bassinger was the drunk girl in the movie Blind Date! I knew I'd eventually figure it out! #
RT @emil285: I just rewatched 20 movies in 10 minutes. I enjoy 30-second bunnies theatre. #
YAY California! After a crazy afternoon, your news was FABULOUS to hear! #nohate #
today is the day of crazies. ..and the full moon isn't until next week. #
1) it's 100+ degrees outside–VERY hot for bridal portraits. So, of course, I got overheated (even a little dizzy a couple of times). #
2) there was a transient person at the park who was probably coming down from something. I was concerned for him until he messed with my bag #
3) A nice lady who feed the peacocks on a regular basis got one to pose with @laurizac #
4) another nice lady couldn't put her new lens on. My lens w/her camera & vice versa: ok. Not hers/hers. sent her to @PrecisionCamera #
5) Engine 10 and EMS arrived to take care of the transient. I guess someone called 9-1-1 for him. #
6) At Waterloo for water, caffeine, & potassium. A lady just walked up & went to finger my keyboard & then looked at me like *I* was crazy #
LOL @omarg Good/bad news day: If you are gay in California, you will be able to marry. You just won't be able to do it over Google Wave. #
@JulieGomoll What did @Target do to induce such hate? #
@JulieGomoll well crap. Where am I going to shop for "Target stuff", now? #hateisforbigots in reply to JulieGomoll #
@JulieGomoll I was in there one time and it was so crazy I may never go back. eeeeeewwwwww. in reply to JulieGomoll #
OMG I totally want a tiny pet giraffe like the one in the DirectTV commercial! #want #
RT How NOT to respond to a neg review of ur biz on Yelp: http://ow.ly/2l5PX v @ScottHepburn @DawnL #
Where was I? 7) Kid walking down the street repeatedly shouting, "I'm gonna be famous!" #notevenafullmoon #
Dammit! #
Ok better! #
@TheJenATX oooooh PRETTY! Do you wanna teach me that one? #knittingsocks in reply to TheJenATX #
Gah. 120 is the new 140 ppl…esp if you are RTing a RT and sharing links too. #
RT @emil285: There is no i in team but there are three u's in shut the fuck up. #
RT @JennaSnacks: Are you ready for the cute? http://ow.ly/2lOfE #
@JulieGomoll Happy Birthday (in the nick of time!)!!! in reply to JulieGomoll #
Haels, yeah! #FYSY @JennaSnacks: @LoriLuza What the world needs is more otters. #
dear @emil285 "you were the song all along." -Rent. I <3 U #
Thank you! RT @PaulettePGM: #FF my great friends! @LoriLuza @DonnaatDell @midnightferret #
#jealous RT @daisiesnchains: Manicures in North Austin! http://bit.ly/bcJ5rl #
Damn boring info for freshmen. Poor planning, alumni office, for making the local chapters do this. No wonder so few noobs showed. #
Way over time. WHY oh WHY don't people plan what they are going to say to a group? #
Hot, y'all! Daymn. #
On the road toward a surprise. Then a long Sunday of hard work for two projects. La Chaim! #
Happy Birthday, Bob! #
LOL! @crredwards: Channeling @ileenieweenie — or was it @LoriLuza ? Just dropped my iPhone earbud into my glass of water. Plop! #

Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-08-01

lori — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 19:21:00 +0000

HATING flickr right now. Why won't it let me choose/set the image order and the "cover" image? #
big thunder & sideways rain over here @laniar anyone else in nw austin hear that thunder? omg, i heard it over my headphones! #rainingnow #
File > Save As; File > Save; File > Save; cmd-S; cmd-S; cmd-S; cmd-S; etc. #bigassthunderstorm #
@Pats4Me GREAT capture. You got that with a phone? good job! in reply to Pats4Me #
RT @MarioBB9: Do you think Dolly Parton's song would have been as popular if she worked 7pm 'til 3pm #
RT @TheJenATX: Now for the "steam" portion of today's weather event brought to you by superheated Texas roadways… #
@Pats4Me ahhh, that makes a lot mors sense. Good job! in reply to Pats4Me #
Can someone please tell her that it's not a girly "foo foo" party? It's supposed to be for BOTH of them! gah. #
squee! my friend @IleenieWeenie RT'd my BIL @roybragg …the worst Web site of all time. http://is.gd/dIuy4 #poweroftwitter #
My dentist has a new hygenist. She's nice & gentle. Plus she doesn't ask a bunch of questions that I can't answer w/instruments in my mouth #
Grg. New dentist is 'New Army' so I'll get 2 tiny cavities filled nxt week. 'Old Army' would have waited in case they never finished forming #
@idodoodle Don't worry, you'll miss TX weather in January! ha ha ha! in reply to idodoodle #
gah. I HATE the phone. He wouldn't need to call me if he checked his effin' email….like EVER. #
Dear fate, pls grant his wish! @chris_bailey ok universe, putting it out there again: dreaming 4 an opp 2 work in the UK 4 couple of yrs #
@idodoodle daffodils make me want warm spring weather, too! in reply to idodoodle #
@simplyv Interesting take. We never had Ds in school and anything <70 was failing. ..and I'm OLD! #education #fail in reply to simplyv #
@imrphoto @simplyv @jenztweets @BigMikeInAustin And quit teaching to some damn standardized test that is only a $ game, anyway. in reply to imrphoto #
RT @FakeAPStylebook Never refer to an interview subject as "an annoying little fuck" in print, no matter how annoying the little fuck was. #
@austindirtydog Thanks for pointing that one out! LOL! in reply to austindirtydog #
@IleenieWeenie Yes, ma'am he is. @roybragg is married to @emil285 's sister. in reply to IleenieWeenie #
@dquack @emil285 @roybragg @ileenieweenie Twitter sure does make the world small, huh? in reply to dquack #
evil is in the eye of the puppy lap provider! RT @IleenieWeenie: @austindirtydog @mxwll You are both evil. #
Team Henry for the newest resident of Weenie-manor! cc @IleenieWeenie @jenztweets @austindirtydog @mxwll #
@incslinger @baddmom @haute4cake @haleyodom I'm JEALOUS! Y'all have fun! in reply to incslinger #
I'm working on July 7th, now. I've come a long way today! #editingimages #
I just used http://www.mysignup.com/ for the first time. Neat little tool for collecting volunteers! #
@laniar Girl you are CRAZY. 30K tweets??? I'm glad you are so funny and extroverted! LOL in reply to laniar #
I am ChildFree, but I love photographing kids. I get to "put them back" when I'm done! #
@austindirtydog @IleenieWeenie Once again, I will say: do you people know you can hire someone to do your laundry??? in reply to austindirtydog #
I have InDesign and need a nice Newsletter template for a quick project. Any suggestions? #
@austindirtydog @IleenieWeenie LOL! Laundry is one of the cheap things you can "outsource". Your economic boost to the local economy. in reply to austindirtydog #
I want snow. Now, not in several months. One of these days I WILL take a northern vacation. for reals. #
http://imdb.to/dplHy6 #
Jesse L. Martin is one of my all-time favorite actors: http://imdb.to/dplHy6 #
@IleenieWeenie He's just so multi-talented. in reply to IleenieWeenie #
yes, and there is that, too! nom! and *swoon* @IleenieWeenie: And hot! RT @LoriLuza: He's just so multi-talented. #
@laniar @jenztweets I still have my dad's and my BIL's contact info in my address books, too. #cantbeartopart in reply to laniar #
@SheilaS heh. My favorite state of @emil285's beard is when it's scruffy. (and then he shaves it off.) in reply to SheilaS #
this one is a doozy! @IleenieWeenie: In case you missed it… WTF Wednesday: http://bit.ly/9TSfkN cc @roybragg #
Funny sight: the Duck Tours vehicle is being towed….by a HUGE tow truck! #
@andreaschulle @juliedarling lemon basil popsicles? sounds yummy! #foodie in reply to andreaschulle #
Whole Foods is NUTS today. Must be the place to go when it rains. #
Folks, we are still desperately searching for a home for sweet Belle. Please pass it on: http://bit.ly/aRFuyp v @ileenieweenie #
#GwoP sighting at Whole Foods, but be glad you're missing this one. I bet she'll need a crowbar to get those shorts out of her crack. #
Is there a widget or web tool that will pull all tweets with a certain keyword to a web page. Search.twitter.com only goes back a few days. #
RT @IleenieWeenie @philwest @roybragg Gawker calls the worst Web site of all time. No exaggeration. http://is.gd/dIuy4 #
#GwoP sighting at Posse East. That's 2 in one day! #
@mickeygomez That's funny. We had a dog for a ~year: Indi (Indigo). He was the devil. We gave him to a teenager on ~50 acres. in reply to mickeygomez #
@SheSellsFWTX NOTHING. I am never a morning person unless I'm polyphasic sleeping in reply to SheSellsFWTX #
It's really amazing the facebook events/pages I get invited to. Most of my fb friends don't know me very well. #
ditto! @HaleyOdom: @slavetofashion So glad you're feeling better! #
this week, no one I email with can READ. Must be something in the air. #tiredofrepeating #
One More Time, they had all spring 2 book their Groupon sessions, but waited 'til after it exp'd. Yes it's hot. No, I won't extend it again. #
Where and HOW do people who can't use the Internet find me? #
@ahockley No, they aren't. I'm a 1-woman show. I don't want to make appointments by phone. I want them to use the tools I share. in reply to ahockley #
I can NOT get my head above water. I need a pause button on life. #
If ur site isn't mobile-friendly (Google from phone), I don't care about your danged app. Fix websites 1st. v @TourismCurrents #
Parent of a college-age daughter: Does Lane still give small cedar chests to girls for HS graduation? anyone know? #
@techjane Yes, but I do it with TeetDeck, instead. in reply to techjane #
lately, when I am hungry, nothing sounds good….and I have to make myself eat something. #
FML #
OH in our living room: "she's a snoopy little fucker". LOL. #
@jeremya oooh I am VERY tempted to do that…but too many client emails to risk it. in reply to jeremya #
@jeremya @jeremya but @SheilaS archived everything 30+ days old one time and went from there. Might be a good plan. in reply to jeremya #
@jeremya ahhh, that does make it easier. I envy your new #inbox #zero in reply to jeremya #
@jeremya oohhh, that should speed up the Internet nicely! in reply to jeremya #
Cleaning out facebook from people who (clearly) don't realize I've moved to a new city and/or just play games and spam free iPad junk. #
@slavetofashion @IckyVicki13 LOL, you got get well wishes from "Icky Vicki"? awesome. in reply to slavetofashion #
RT @slavetofashion RT @BigMikeInAustin National Cheesecake Day! 1/2 price slices today @ Cheesecake Factory http://bit.ly/nyvL9 #
#GwoP sighting at Chipotle on Lamar. #
Oh so flattered! @HaleyOdom: @bilardio @blondibanta @SummerH @slavetofashion @LoriLuza @theJenATX #ff #
gah. That's HOW it works, nowadays. :: sigh :: what to do! #
@laniar So glad to finally see your ignite thing online! mwah! in reply to laniar #
@IleenieWeenie inspired me for blogging. I wrote the beginnings/basics of several articles last week. #
I wondered about that since that wasn't where I remembered the cameras being. At least now @emil285 can finally see it! #
@BryanPerson You guys really are a fabulously diverse American family. <3 reading this stuff from you! in reply to BryanPerson #
@BryanPerson Oh that is FABU! Congrats to her and you all! in reply to BryanPerson #
true here! RT @tommy_landry Survey Says: Why Women May Love Facebook & Twitter More Than Shoes http://bit.ly/9fiMmBall v @willsmom #
Word Nerds, you're going to love this list! http://bit.ly/cHOByC #
@slavetofashion @tommy_landy @willsmom Yes, I do love purses more than facebook (but not more than twitter) in reply to slavetofashion #
Perfect! that was my dad's birthday. @littlewoodrow: International Beer Day is on Thursday, August 5th! get ready to celebrate! #
@TexBetsy Whatever you need to get where you need to be! in reply to TexBetsy #
@IleenieWeenie ha. I'm not sure they'll be interesting to anyone other than @AsYouWish clients. in reply to IleenieWeenie #
RT @emil285: so @turtleor is not quit sure what a green bean is, but he knows to try and eat it. #
biggest order of tater tots I've ever seen in my life. … at Waterloo Ice House. #
..and I'm getting out in just the nick of time. Old people music (complete w/old people who can't use a volume knob) is about to start. #
Gonna have to stay off my feet as much as possible tomorrow..and need to wear my brace tonight, too. Ouch. #
Um, three events on facebook for one charity fundraiser? um. no. gah. #
RT @shueytexas: Ella: "When did Justin Bieber first come out?" Me: "I don't think he has yet." I'm an awesome dad. v @maczter #
Beautiful brennell colored boxer. ~8 mo. Found near Manor. Now at Torchy's Tacos on Spicewood. #
Dear #Austin friends, Been wanting to try http://DreamDinners.com ? $50 off 36+ servings. Online code: payitforward2010 #
FML #
ditto! RT @taxtweet: I don't want videos! you tease me w/info in print & then don't give it in text but video only! I want to keep READING! #
Professional Photography brings more traffic to any Real Estate Listing. Spend $$ where you need & succeed via @HDRealEstate @GWPStudio #
OH at girls night: make that into a hashtag! #hungtohiskneeandiamnotexaggerating #
OH at girls night: his confederate tattooed ass really could pump. #

Blue Theater Fundraiser

lori — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 04:22:50 +0000

Update: the BLUE Theater was victim of a fire a couple of days ago, so the fundraising needs are now even greater. Please support this group if you can.

The BLUE Theatre Hosts Fundraising Event – Help Support the arts in East Austin!!!
Austin, TX , July 2010

The BLUE Theatre, the hippest artist-operated performance space on Austin’s east side, is now under new artistic management! The previous company is taking all of their lighting equipment with them; nobody blames them (this stuff’s expensive!). However, in order for The BLUE to continue business as usual, all of this equipment needs to be replaced. So, the BLUE is reaching out to the community and local businesses for help …

On Sunday, August 1st, 2010, the BLUE Theatre will team up with local bands Home By Hovercraft (http://www.myspace.com/homebyhovercraft), Abandoned Warehouse (http://www.myspace.com/homebyhovercraft), and other local talent to host BLUE LIGHT SPECIAL, an all-day music event designed to raise money for the overhaul.

The entire community is invited to come rock out while supporting a local arts institution in raising money for a complete lighting equipment overhaul. Give till it hurts while listening to great music, drinking fantastic cocktails courtesy of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and mingling with music lovers, artists, patrons, and neighborhood family and friends.

Details …
What: BLUE Light Special benefiting the BLUE Theatre
When: August 1, 2010 beginning at 3pm
Where: BLUE Theatre, 916 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX 78702

The BLUE Theatre is ‘home’ for many of our communities’ performing and visual artists and with the community’s help we will continue to bring powerful, innovative, thought-provoking works for Austin audiences to enjoy.

About The BLUE Theatre
The BLUE Theatre supports and presents artists whose work challenges the traditional boundaries of art, theatre, music, dance, film and performance. An artist-operated, multi-disciplinary performance space, community center and gallery with roots deep in the Austin arts scene. We produce our own shows, help support all artists and activists with our programs and can be rented for productions, rehearsals, events and auditions.

For more information, visit www.bluetheatre.org.

The BLUE Theatre, 916 Springdale Road, Austin, TX, 78702
CONTACT: Nicole Portwood, Executive Director (512) 743-8089, info@bluetheatre.org

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