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Fresh Basil Plant Mystery
Posted by: | September 18, 2011
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I bought a small pot of basil 10 days ago at local Smart & Final. I enjoy fresh basil on my pasta and tomatoes. I eat tomatoes at work as a snack. I sprinkle some freshly chopped basil on my tomato. They taste so fresh.

But my plant is dying rather quickly. I don’t know what I’m doing wrong.

I give 1/2 inch of water. And I leave the pot where I get partial Sunlight.

I thought I would enjoy fresh basil from this pot forever. I am going to buy another pot and give it another try. I would like to figure out how to keep them alive for a long time. Maybe I don’t live in the right climate? I don’t know. I must find out.

 Fresh Basil Pot


10 days later

Dinner

Morning snack at work (I eat vegetables every day at work)

Deep Thoughts
Posted by: | September 7, 2011
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Lying to a boyfriend “I am pregnant” has to be illegal. That happened to me three times in the past. I tell ya, it can really mess up a person. Horrible, horrible thing to do…

Happy Labor Day 2011
Posted by: | September 5, 2011
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Happy Labor Day, everyone.

I don’t work physical labor. But I can use a long weekend. I’ve been putting so much over-time that I’ve been totally wiped out for several weeks now. I can use some sleep.

I was home alone for the weekend. On Saturday and Sunday, I ate baby back rib and ribeye steak.

I listened to a lot of Christmas music this weekend. I burned Christmas candles and watched Polar Express. Polar Express is a relatively new movie, but it quickly became my favorite Christmas movie. 

It’s 2 am Labor Day (Monday) morning. Summer is unofficially over. I have a door opened right now. There is a hint of winter in the air. It’s crisp and cold. I’m going to bed now.

Costco will be closed for Labor Day. I wonder if Bed Bath and Beyond will be opened. I was home alone for 2 days straight. I want to drive around a little.

Good night~

ZZzz

PS. I thought about opening a Match.com account. I’ll think about it later.

Costco Bicycle – Northrock
Posted by: | August 18, 2011
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Check this out. This is my new Costco bicycle.

  • I replaced the seat.
  • I installed a rear-view mirror.
  • I have iPod Touch speakers in front. It also holds my camera & keys.
  • I put my sunglasses under the seat.

I am aware this shape is supposed to be for girls. But I like this model. It’s very practical with access space in front. Who cares what other people say? OK, you are better than me. See ya~!!

I am having a lot of fun with my new bicycle. I ride to a local park and play backboard (tennis). It gives me 45-50 minutes of light aerobic workout. I sling a tennis racquet on my back (like a guitar). This is more entertaining than I imagined. I just need to be very careful.

Also, as I ride around the town, I get to meet people. 

We have a really attractive neighbor. She’s a lean blond, kind of rock band groupie type. She was surprised to see me on a bicycle. She gave me a hug for the first time. That hug paid for my bicycle.

Also, I met another neighbor – she also complimented my bicycle and my outfit. NO, I do not wear tights. I wear my regular running outfit I bought from Costco. She invited me to visit her sometime. She also gave me a hug.

I may be residentially challenged. But, ah~! the beauty of living in an apartment complex. 

Anyway, the bicycle is fun, and it’s good for me. Money well spent.

I need to keep reminding myself to be very careful when I ride. (fingers crossed).

Curbing Cravings for Soda – Iced Tea Glasses
Posted by: | August 13, 2011
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Almost all soda pop is bad for you. If you want to play safe, you should not drink any soda. Diet sodas are just as bad, they say (or even worse). I’m not an authority in this field. So don’t ask me why. 

I don’t drink soda every day. Soda is a luxury item to me (I am poor). I only drink diet cola on weekends or when I eat out. As you know, I never eat out during the weekdays.

To curb my craving for soda, I drink water in these iced tea glasses, usually with a slice of lemon. With these glasses, drinking water is more enjoyable. I don’t miss soda much this way. When I serve water to guests, water becomes a refreshing food item, rather than a utility item for hydration.

Neighbors’ Dogs
Posted by: | August 3, 2011
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These are my neighbors’ dogs at the nearby park.

I was just chillin’ with an older dog until the little guy came along and knocked me on my butt. Both of them are my neighbors.

The white dog likes me a lot. She goes crazy when she sees me. So her owner lets go of her leash when she sees me, and the dog will charge at me. But, this time, there was another dog getting on the bandwagon.  haha..

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I am back
Posted by: | July 25, 2011
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Just so you know..
I am back from Alaska Cruise

The trip was a gift from my parents. I could never afford a cruise like this. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for all of us.

I don’t want to brag about it much, but it was fun. And I needed a vacation. I took a helicopter ride to a glacier; I took a water plane ride to a crab house, and I ate a lot of fresh crabs. Oh my God, the crab was amazing.

There was a group of Amish people at the cruise. I thought that was funny. Then I got “shunned” by Amish people. They would talk to my friend, but they wouldn’t talk to me.

I learned about Amy Winehouse’s death when I was in Canada.

I came home Sunday at 11 pm. I need to sleep and get ready for work tomorrow. Now I shall work none-stop until I die.

I am going to Costco tomorrow.