When we initially moved to Texas in 2003, Jeremy shared a house with two fellow incoming biology grad students. These guys were total strangers to one another, and it could have turned out like an episode of the Big Bang Theory. Fortunately, it worked out pretty well. Jeremy eventually married me and moved out but the other guys remained.
Despite the fact that Jeremy and his roommates held "nerd-off" competitions, possessed fuzzy stuffed "animals" shaped to resemble viruses and bacteria (influenza, e-coli, HIV), and have been known to visit sewage treatment plants in pursuit of lab samples, they are all well rounded and personable. Their domicile became known as the "House of Science" and hosted lots of fun parties. Sadly, after five years of fun times, the House of Science is no more. The dwellers are moving on and out and they hosted a big farewell party last night.
The theme for the party was "Lab Formal". What that means, I don't really know.
At about 1:30 am, four very intoxicated fraternity boys showed up and invited themselves into the house. It was at this point I realized how COMPLETELY distinct these young men were from the other party attendees. Their jazzercise shirts and ridiculously loud stupid behavior pretty much stopped everyone in their tracks. Little did they know, they'd just crashed a party full of folks who will be their professors and TAs during the coming school year.
The best part for me was when two of the young men stumbled into the kitchen and asked what we were doing. Party attendees wearing an assortment of lab coats, safety glasses, latex gloves, hazmat suits, a tux, and other formal wear yelled "SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS!" The fraternity boys looked utterly bewildered.
They departed shortly thereafter.
Monday, July 28, 2008
Sunday, July 06, 2008
Disney Marathon 2009 - Here I Come!
I registered for the 2009 Disney Marathon today.
The full marathon is at 70% capacity, and the half is already closed. Jeremy won't be running with me this year - any takers? I would LOVE to have some company - even if it is just someone to start the race with, and catch up to at the finish line!
I'm shooting for a 4:30 time this year. Really, I'm just delighted to finish, though.
Think about it!!! It is the most fun you can have while burning 2620 calories.
The full marathon is at 70% capacity, and the half is already closed. Jeremy won't be running with me this year - any takers? I would LOVE to have some company - even if it is just someone to start the race with, and catch up to at the finish line!
I'm shooting for a 4:30 time this year. Really, I'm just delighted to finish, though.
Think about it!!! It is the most fun you can have while burning 2620 calories.
Thursday, July 03, 2008
With Age Comes Wisdom
Tip #1:
When watching So You Think You Can Dance? imagine your father on stage performing the choreography.
Tip #2:
When you have a co-worker and pet with the same name, you can never be specific enough. For example:
"Mischa always follows me into the bathroom, sits on the sink, and stares at me while I use the restroom."
"Mischa would not stop licking me!"
"Mischa slept on your side of the bed every night you were gone."
"Mischa loves it when you rub his belly!"
"When I was gone, Mischa really missed the wrestling."
When watching So You Think You Can Dance? imagine your father on stage performing the choreography.
Tip #2:
When you have a co-worker and pet with the same name, you can never be specific enough. For example:
"Mischa always follows me into the bathroom, sits on the sink, and stares at me while I use the restroom."
"Mischa would not stop licking me!"
"Mischa slept on your side of the bed every night you were gone."
"Mischa loves it when you rub his belly!"
"When I was gone, Mischa really missed the wrestling."
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Summer Happenings
Mom told me to post more blog entries, but I'm presently at a loss for topics.
I guess a regular update on our lives will have to suffice! J and I went to London in April/May along with our good buddy, Mary B. We had a terrific time in London, saw all the good stuff, and enjoyed performances of the Royal Ballet's The Sleeping Beauty , in addition to catching Spamalot on the West End. I am absolutely convinced that if I make it to Heaven, it will resemble a performance of Spamalot, complete with the confetti and Monty Python sing along.
After a few days in London, we went up to the Lake District and stayed in the booming metroplis that is Great Strickland. The place we rented was AMAZING. I would STRONGLY recommend this self-catering option to anyone interested in staying in a teeny tiny village a little off the beaten path. Jeremy and I did a hike that was supposed to last six hours, but we got lost and hiked to the wrong village. We finished in half the expected time.
My beautiful sister and her husband got married in June and we were thrilled to celebrate with them. Here are a few pics from the joyful occasion:
My sister is pretty much the most beautiful human being on the planet:
Their kids will be ridiculously good looking, in addition to being ridiculously tall.
For those of you who couldn't make it to the wedding, here is the toast I gave. I'm not posting this because I think I'm a great toast-giver, rather, I would like the entire world to know how highly I think of Mary Kate and Brien. They are pretty darn awesome. I love my family.
I am thrilled to take part in the celebration of this joyful union and am surprised you trust me with a microphone.
Brien, I want to share with you a secret about your new wife. Having been fairly well-acquainted with her for the past 23 years, I can say with complete confidence that her internal beauty far surpasses her radiant external beauty. Even on a day like today.
Growing up with Mary Kate, it was clear that she possessed a grace and spiritual grounding far beyond her years. * Always sensitive to the needs of others, Mary Kate embodies what it means to love unconditionally. She is generous and kind, intensely thoughtful and always welcoming.
In all honesty, I could not imagine any man ever being worthy of such a gift as my little sister.
And then we met you, Brien.
At the risk of embarrassing you, I want to say that you and Mary Kate are two peas in a pod. I’m not sure two more compassionate and loving people exist. Brien, you are a remarkable young man and I could not be happier that you are a part of our family. You and Mary Kate have created a relationship that nourishes not only yourselves, but those around you.
For me, you embody the words of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount: blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven, blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied, blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy, blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God, blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons and daughters of God.
And now, on this most special occasion, I invite you all to raise your glasses in honor of Mary Kate and Brien.
I love you both.
*Mary Kate did bite/pinch me on occasion, but I was willing to overlook that.
I guess a regular update on our lives will have to suffice! J and I went to London in April/May along with our good buddy, Mary B. We had a terrific time in London, saw all the good stuff, and enjoyed performances of the Royal Ballet's The Sleeping Beauty , in addition to catching Spamalot on the West End. I am absolutely convinced that if I make it to Heaven, it will resemble a performance of Spamalot, complete with the confetti and Monty Python sing along.
After a few days in London, we went up to the Lake District and stayed in the booming metroplis that is Great Strickland. The place we rented was AMAZING. I would STRONGLY recommend this self-catering option to anyone interested in staying in a teeny tiny village a little off the beaten path. Jeremy and I did a hike that was supposed to last six hours, but we got lost and hiked to the wrong village. We finished in half the expected time.
My beautiful sister and her husband got married in June and we were thrilled to celebrate with them. Here are a few pics from the joyful occasion:
My sister is pretty much the most beautiful human being on the planet:
Their kids will be ridiculously good looking, in addition to being ridiculously tall.
For those of you who couldn't make it to the wedding, here is the toast I gave. I'm not posting this because I think I'm a great toast-giver, rather, I would like the entire world to know how highly I think of Mary Kate and Brien. They are pretty darn awesome. I love my family.
I am thrilled to take part in the celebration of this joyful union and am surprised you trust me with a microphone.
Brien, I want to share with you a secret about your new wife. Having been fairly well-acquainted with her for the past 23 years, I can say with complete confidence that her internal beauty far surpasses her radiant external beauty. Even on a day like today.
Growing up with Mary Kate, it was clear that she possessed a grace and spiritual grounding far beyond her years. * Always sensitive to the needs of others, Mary Kate embodies what it means to love unconditionally. She is generous and kind, intensely thoughtful and always welcoming.
In all honesty, I could not imagine any man ever being worthy of such a gift as my little sister.
And then we met you, Brien.
At the risk of embarrassing you, I want to say that you and Mary Kate are two peas in a pod. I’m not sure two more compassionate and loving people exist. Brien, you are a remarkable young man and I could not be happier that you are a part of our family. You and Mary Kate have created a relationship that nourishes not only yourselves, but those around you.
For me, you embody the words of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount: blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven, blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied, blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy, blessed are the pure of heart, for they shall see God, blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons and daughters of God.
And now, on this most special occasion, I invite you all to raise your glasses in honor of Mary Kate and Brien.
I love you both.
*Mary Kate did bite/pinch me on occasion, but I was willing to overlook that.
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