Interlude. . .

Phoenix, Arizona Haboob! July 5, 2011

We get these every year and this year was a whopper! I ran inside for cover. Too much dust for my lungs and eyes.

I love how these guys have an awesome view of the haboob. It is quite something to see.

and now, a potty break . . .

My co-worker brought up this subject.

Is it ok to make small talk in the bathroom? And is it rude when you are not acknowledged?

Personally, I'm only in the potty for a few minutes. I'm there to do my business and then I'm outta there! But if I happen to run into someone I know at the mirror, then YES, I do say hi and make small talk. I don't go into a long conversation, but I make sure to catch up on what's going on. If I am in the way of others, I always move aside, or exit the bathroom with my pal. Otherwise, we just disburse.

My co-worker was in a tiff because a lady did not acknowledge her presence. She found it rude. I don't know why it bothered her so much. I suppose its just politeness to say hi, or smile. I find it awkward myself when people pass by you, or are in close proximity, and don't even smile, or keep their head down to avoid you. Especially in an intimate environment. Perhaps this lady just doesn't like making restroom small-talk?

Whatever the case, I just found it amusing.

Bathroom etiquette. Someone should write a book.

:D

snack time!

HUMMUS!

My adorable cute, oh so poetic friend introducted me to this. I have only her to blame for my addiction.

My favorite brand of Hummus is from Sprouts Farmers Market. But I haven't met a hummus I didn't like yet. :D

Toast and hummus, crackers, vegetables . . pretty much anything and hummus is a delicious snack, and its healthy too!

new nail color

I have decided on another bright color. :D It's "Blue Me Away" by Sally Hansen, Xtreme Wear. :D

Very nice color.

True Blood season 4 premiere - a brief review (spoilers!)

WARNING!! DO NOT READ AHEAD IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS!

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This season started off with a much slower pace than last year. The oh-so-nice fairies that Sookie was whisked away by turned out to be not so nice, and not so attractive either. This scene was the most out of place in the whole episode, possibly the whole series. It was odd, and that’s saying a lot considering this is TRUE BLOOD!  I could care less about the fairy story line.

Lots of things have changed, because while Sookie was only gone for a matter of minutes in fairy world, it ended up to be an entire YEAR in the real world. Turns out lots of things have changed since her absence, the biggest surprise of all with Bill, being KING of Louisiana now. I already watched episode 2 online, and how that came to be is explained in that episode.  I must say, all of the twists with Bill are a real surprise to me, I don’t know if he’s bad or good now. I don’t read the books, so it’s a thrill to watch. Eric is Eric, and continues to be Eric up until the end of episode 2. Anyone who reads the books knows about Eric’s amnesia, and it looks like it is happening. I don’t read the books; I only read the synopsis of them.  

Jessica continues to struggle with her vampirism. I think she was kidding herself trying to play house with Hoyt. She’s starting to show her true vampire side.

Lafayette has joined his boyfriend’s coven, though hesitantly.

Tara is a lesbian now.  Yup.

Arlene hates her baby because she thinks he’s evil, and he certainly seems he might be. (It’s a boy!)

Jason continues to play deputy to Andy’s sheriff. Andy is hooked on V and Jason is entrapped by his ex love, Crystal.

Pam is Pam, and I love her.

Sam hangs out with other shape-shifters in group therapy.

New regulars this year are Nan Flannigan, played by the awesome Jessica Tuck.  Alicide Herveaux, played by the yummylicious Joe Manganiello (but doesn’t show up til episode 3! The nerve!) Luna, played by some actress I forgot her name, and Marnie, the leader of Lafayette’s coven played by Fiona Shaw, Petunia of the Harry Potter franchise.  She’s awesome.

The saga continues. . .

I have to admit, after the season 3 finale, I was starting to lose faith in the series, but I’m re-energized. We’ll see how it keeps my attention this year.

I have no patience.

downtown grubbing

I'm not much of an eat out person . . . oh who am I kidding? HA! I eat out enough that I can officially list my top 3 takeout places in my neck of the woods.

Phoenix is my home, and my place of work, so I am so thrilled that I found a few places that satisfy my picky tastebuds.

Chico's Mexican Grill - Mexican food, eat in and takeout. Cheap drinks and yummy dishes. My absolute favorite is the Achiote Chicken Salad. They aren't stingy on the portions either. :D

Blue Fin Teriyaki - This Japanese restaurant serves the BEST takeout chicken teriyaki bowl. The chicken is grilled and tastes OH SO YUMMY! The rice bowls are my favorite, and I LOVE the Mochi they have for desert. :D The service is always pleasant as well. Nice owners and staff.

Siu Wok - This chinese takeout restaurant is small and so off the wall you would miss it if you blinked, but it's extremely popular with call in and takeout orders. It serves the best combo dishes for a great price. I love the Teriyaki Chicken combo and lunch specials. YUM!

I'll definitely be blogging about more places I love to visit in Phoenix.

Enjoy!