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Wednesday, February 14, 2007

In light of the recent move and the crazed mood at work, this gal has not been able to get her kitchen mojo in gear. Yes, my friends, I hate to admit it but my cooking passion has taken a backseat to the "ugh - unpacking again", a big work project and JZ's new single release. Life has not stopped and the whirlwind continues.

Workwise - I could not find something that was vital for the big project that's taking me out of town for a week or so. Stupid me took it home during the move and it's MIA - more than Cheney during an important state matter or Buddy Dyer at Starbucks. Let me tell you, I felt like a heel and I'm still dealing with the fallout. I've been unpacking boxes like crazy, irritating the back and to no avail. It's M.I.A. So, I'm punting. I've gone through everything 3 times and have to call it a day *sigh*

JZ released his second single to rave reviews and it's getting airplay. Plus - he is doing his first show in eons Friday and I can't go. Not only that, the work trip is scheduled the same time and this time there is no moving of the date. *sigh* While I feel horrible, JZ cheered me up a bit by saying that it's being broadcast live over the 'net AND he's gonna have the video uploaded to YouTube.com if it comes out okay. Still wish I could go up to Philly, but no can do.

The kitchen is unpacked, finally - I found my last box of Le Creuset and did more dishes than I thought was humanly possible. Between dishes and laundry - this gal was looking for anything BUT something to cook and dirty up the kitchen. However, I'm finding myself in need of a good knife set and got sucked in on HSN where they had a killer deal and I've got some research to do. I was reading Cook's Illustrated (I think that was the title) at Barnes & Noble the other night and the knife set I've been lusting over, used by many of the Food Network chefs, wasn't even in the top 10 "must have". I've been dying for the Global Set from Williams-Sonoma but balked at the price tag (hello - that's the price of a good pair of Choos or a boatload of Nine West love! Priorities!!!). Now I know that a Santoku knife is a necessity and the knives I have now are best suited for darts rather than culinary exploits so *sigh* what to do, what to do. I'm thinking the HSN idea might be good for now, and who knows, down the road I could get the Global knives or just register for them whenever I decide to settle down or buy a house - whichever comes first.

And, getting used to the creaks and sounds of a new abode has been fun. I've determined that the icemaker is what sounds like shotgun when ice is dropped, that the blinds frazzle every so often and the ding from the elevator, well - that's a given. The fuzzball has been sleeping in the living room "guarding" the porch door with an eye on the front door in case of intruders. I think it's more to demand cookies in the morning like "Hey - I'm working - Pay Me!" but it's very peaceful (except when she falls asleep on the bed and it just so happens to be in the small of the back. GRRRR). I'm just not used to the quiet. Or the cold. Yes, I said it - COLD. We've had record numbers of cold snaps in O-Town and let me tell you - my apartment retains heat about as well as Britney keeps her underwear on. Maybe its the high ceilings but I'm constantly chilly. Reese's blanket that she made me for Christmas has been quite cozy! The cat even tries to steal it every so often. I'm going to have to check into my options regarding keeping the apartment warm - or talk to my neighbors to see what they do. I'm terrified to see the electric bill though.

So that's the update. Furniture purchasing is scheduled for April, after the work projects are over (and I replenish the bank account). My dad actually bought me the new mattress set and that's scheduled for delivery on Saturday. I got it cheaper than I would have at Costco, and that's an accomplishment, let me tell you!

Eventually, I'll be back to shopping, but for now I just need to keep adding to the growing number of empty boxes in the living room & dumpster. I'm guessing the valet trash guy has my photo on his dart board. Wonder if he wants a knife set to use for darts...

Labels: Apt., Random Mess

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