Tuesday, February 24
Ski Trip in January
Skiing in Wintergreen. After Dave and I found out we were going to Japan, but before we knew it was only for 9 months, we decided to do somethings on our bucket list. One of them was skiing. Notice the fantastic snowblowers? Definitely not the Alps, but a good day trip.
Wednesday, February 11
To the Movies... No, let's stay home..
This was originally a response to a friend's recent posting about their experience at the movies. However, I deemed it too lengthy and decided I wanted to share it. (Take note to those overseas and think they are missing anything...)
Why Netflix is 100x Better Than Movie Theaters
We rarely see movies on weekends now a days... We saw Slumdog Millionaire two weeks ago (good movie!), and i was reminded why I don't see movies in theaters anymore!
1) Stank smell
2) Stank smell
3) No AC This is odd; it's usually cold in theaters, but this also accounts for some stank smells.
4) "Those darn kids" Uuugh I'm positive I was not that obnoxious in high school.
5) Constant repetition of words just said on screen. Not everyone will understand this reference. However, I will say in certain demographic areas, the theaters are louder than others because viewers find it necessary to repeat the line just siad on screen. And not whisper it to their friend and laugh,no. Repeat at a loud volume and laugh at a loud volume.
6) The smell of artifical butter. GROSS. Ew. I think i can count the number of time's i've purchased popcorn at theaters: twice. I'm sorry if you really enjoy it, I just don't.
7) People who arrive at 735pm to a 730pm showing, and then make YOU move so they can sit in the best seats. Look. If I'd wanted to sit in those two seats, I would have. So yes, I do mind scooting over a seat so that you and your date can have MY seat. I had built a nest here, my coat was my blanket, my water was posed just so in my cup holder, my husband's arm is in just the right place to attach to. I am very comfortable right here!!!!!!!! But no, you can't say no, and these late comers know it and abuse my planning.
8) Stank smell.
Netflix, however, is now invaluable because I do not have to compromise my comfort to view the movie of my choice. After my most recent theater experience, I vowed to Dave that we will not see movies on weekends (Fri and Sat nights). Weekdays, perhaps. However, there is always a movie I like playing at my convenience waiting for me in my mailbox.
Why Netflix is 100x Better Than Movie Theaters
We rarely see movies on weekends now a days... We saw Slumdog Millionaire two weeks ago (good movie!), and i was reminded why I don't see movies in theaters anymore!
1) Stank smell
2) Stank smell
3) No AC This is odd; it's usually cold in theaters, but this also accounts for some stank smells.
4) "Those darn kids" Uuugh I'm positive I was not that obnoxious in high school.
5) Constant repetition of words just said on screen. Not everyone will understand this reference. However, I will say in certain demographic areas, the theaters are louder than others because viewers find it necessary to repeat the line just siad on screen. And not whisper it to their friend and laugh,no. Repeat at a loud volume and laugh at a loud volume.
6) The smell of artifical butter. GROSS. Ew. I think i can count the number of time's i've purchased popcorn at theaters: twice. I'm sorry if you really enjoy it, I just don't.
7) People who arrive at 735pm to a 730pm showing, and then make YOU move so they can sit in the best seats. Look. If I'd wanted to sit in those two seats, I would have. So yes, I do mind scooting over a seat so that you and your date can have MY seat. I had built a nest here, my coat was my blanket, my water was posed just so in my cup holder, my husband's arm is in just the right place to attach to. I am very comfortable right here!!!!!!!! But no, you can't say no, and these late comers know it and abuse my planning.
8) Stank smell.
Netflix, however, is now invaluable because I do not have to compromise my comfort to view the movie of my choice. After my most recent theater experience, I vowed to Dave that we will not see movies on weekends (Fri and Sat nights). Weekdays, perhaps. However, there is always a movie I like playing at my convenience waiting for me in my mailbox.
Tuesday, February 10
Dave and Annie's Ultimate Heist
The background. In case anyone missed it, Dave's car and I, much like Mav and I, have a love-hate relationship. There have been many times where I had to drive it for a couple of weeks, and ended up really liking it. But then, something breaks, and I'm mad at it. So I'm not too upset that we have to sell his car before we move to Japan. On Sunday, we decided to take the car to CarMax to get it appraised in the hopes of unloading our problem-car on them. 
Seen here in it's action-shot, Dave's 2000 Ford Explorer Sport
The List. The following is a list of all the things wrong with the car.
1. Rearwindow washer sprays inside the car.
2. Center console detached and is currently in the backseat.
3. Plastic lining around driver-side car door is no longer attached, exposing sharp metal corners.
4. Sealant on driver-side car door is falling off, making for a louder-than-normal ride.
5. Check Engine light on (Yellow).
6. Air Bag light on (Red).
7. Over-Drive light comes on after driving for 2 minutes (Yellow).
8. Something-technical-about-air-intake broken in engine.
9. Radiator not fully functional.
10. Needs new windsheild wipers.
11. Needs four new tires (even though we replaced all 4 in August 2006).
12. The driver-side is stuck shut, therefore one must enter through the passenger-side door. (Side note- Dave's key won't work on the passenger-side door, so he must open the trunk and unlock the doors from the button in the back...)
Please take a moment and consider how much this car should be worth.
Dave and I entered Carmax piling out of the passenger door, believing we would be laughed off the lot, but hoping they could point us in the right direction for how to sell it for parts. Our other back-up plan was to put it on Craig's List for $500 or best offer.... We were lectured about how CarMax has a very comprehensive checklist for cars they will buy. We spent 20 minutes walking around their lot, me- gushing over the Volvo V70, and Dave- joking that we should buy a flatbed truck or the lone Porsche.
Dave and I believe that a blind, severely mentally handicapped person inspected our car. After all, to inspect the car, one must enter through the passenger door; once the car is on, there are at least 2 serious lights on; *if* one were to run a diagnostic, several serious components should come up.
So again, I ask you to reflect on what thei car should be worth. The Kelly Blue Book value of a 2000 Ford Explorer Sport in *good* condition is listed at $1300; in fair condition $925. Dave and I were expecting nothing, anything ! just get it away from me!
They offered us $1250. We said yes, and sold the car 40 minutes later.
The Epilogue. On the drive back to CarMax, Dave said the temperature gauge was all the way up. Ohwell, their problem now!
Seen here in it's action-shot, Dave's 2000 Ford Explorer SportThe List. The following is a list of all the things wrong with the car.
1. Rearwindow washer sprays inside the car.
2. Center console detached and is currently in the backseat.
3. Plastic lining around driver-side car door is no longer attached, exposing sharp metal corners.
4. Sealant on driver-side car door is falling off, making for a louder-than-normal ride.
5. Check Engine light on (Yellow).
6. Air Bag light on (Red).
7. Over-Drive light comes on after driving for 2 minutes (Yellow).
8. Something-technical-about-air-intake broken in engine.
9. Radiator not fully functional.
10. Needs new windsheild wipers.
11. Needs four new tires (even though we replaced all 4 in August 2006).
12. The driver-side is stuck shut, therefore one must enter through the passenger-side door. (Side note- Dave's key won't work on the passenger-side door, so he must open the trunk and unlock the doors from the button in the back...)
Please take a moment and consider how much this car should be worth.
Dave and I entered Carmax piling out of the passenger door, believing we would be laughed off the lot, but hoping they could point us in the right direction for how to sell it for parts. Our other back-up plan was to put it on Craig's List for $500 or best offer.... We were lectured about how CarMax has a very comprehensive checklist for cars they will buy. We spent 20 minutes walking around their lot, me- gushing over the Volvo V70, and Dave- joking that we should buy a flatbed truck or the lone Porsche.
Dave and I believe that a blind, severely mentally handicapped person inspected our car. After all, to inspect the car, one must enter through the passenger door; once the car is on, there are at least 2 serious lights on; *if* one were to run a diagnostic, several serious components should come up.
So again, I ask you to reflect on what thei car should be worth. The Kelly Blue Book value of a 2000 Ford Explorer Sport in *good* condition is listed at $1300; in fair condition $925. Dave and I were expecting nothing, anything ! just get it away from me!
They offered us $1250. We said yes, and sold the car 40 minutes later.
The Epilogue. On the drive back to CarMax, Dave said the temperature gauge was all the way up. Ohwell, their problem now!
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