You're so Vain, You Probably Think this LJ is About You

So, my brother was back in the hospital today having an outpatient procedure done. He's been in and out of the hospital for so long, it's like I don't even blink at it anymore. Also, my aunt was just diagnosed with breast cancer. That's the third maternal relative who has had it. : /

In the healthy me news, I thought I would talk about my red wine habit. Normally, I like sweet fizzy wines but once I pop the cork, I don't like the bottle sitting around, getting flat. So, I have been branching out and trying different kinds of wine. I thought I'd be all about the white, but I get mad cravings for red. Can't explain it. Among the ones I've tried, I've really enjoyed certain Pinot Noirs, blended reds like Cupcake Vineyard's Red Velvet, and even sweet table reds (Cowgirl Sisterhood is yummy). I generally don't spend a lot and because of the strong flavors of red wine, I can't drink a lot. Plus, red wine has lots of health benefits. I enjoy experimenting and hope to come across something extraordinary. For about $10 a bottle...

Ugh. I had the better part of a bottle of Pinot Noir last night with our pizza and have been feeling oogy all day, in spite of plenty of fluids and ibuprofen. Nothing I can't handle, but my stomach! I have eaten nothing all day except a huge bowl of veggies (my feeble attempt at health).

Am I totally out of the loop? Why does everyone have their Christmas lights up already?! The guys at the end of my street have had theirs up for almost two weeks now! Calm down! We haven't even gotten to Thanksgiving! Why am I shouting at my flist?!

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In other news, I am getting a Christmas bonus (yay) but it will not arrive until the second week of December and I plan on having the bulk of my Christmas shopping done by then. Exactly *how* is still under debate, but I'll figure something out. Maybe.

I have been enjoying my vacay very much, especially since I made the decision to put my nanowrimo story to bed. At 27K words, when I still hadn't gotten to the main plot point, I realized I was just going in circles. I'm a little bummed, but I just need to do a whole lot of nothing for awhile. So far, so good.

JP and I have watched the first season of Ouran Host Club, which is just as funny dubbed as subbed. We also went to see Ashes of Time Redux, which was not so good. Kind of incomprehensible actually. I don't really recommend it as the cinematography isn't all that (the movie is apparently really old and has been "touched up" but not nearly enough IMO) and there are barely any action scenes. All in all, a bit of a confusing bore.

And finally (thanks for staying with me), a random meme! If I had a nickel for every time someone told me I should have been born a Pisces, I'd have like 15 cents or something...

Your True Birth Month Is March

Moody Secretive Revengeful Trustworthy Affectionate Loves traveling Loves attention Shy and reserved Musically talented Loves home decor Not easily angered Sensitive to others Loves special things Attractive personality Loves to serve others Loves peace and serenity Observant and assesses others Loves to dream and fantasize Appreciative and returns kindness Hasty decisions in choosing partners Naturally honest, generous and sympathetic

What's Your True Birth Month?

I know I am truly in the Christmas spirit when I am in an old cardigan and Eeyore slippers, drinking wine and baking cookies.

Hmm, cookies are crap. Not enough flour. I don't have a sifter and I think I underestimated. Oops. They were supposed to be Mexican wedding cookies (very popular, sugar-rolled goodie), but they turned out a crumbly mess. Eh. Hit or miss with me. Thank goodness I have the back up cake mix to make another dessert for Christmas eve with the familia.

The wine is lovely, though. Especially for $8.99. Let's hear it for the thrifty oenophile! Damn, I am so much smarter when I drink - I would have never remembered that word otherwise. ^_~

I forgot to mention that last week JP and I went downtown to the Riverwalk to see the lights and ride the river boat. It was lovely. Those pictures are older, but that's exactly what it looks like.

Also saw Night at the Museum today. Cute movie. Nothing too hilarious, but very sweet.

I'd also like to take a moment and apologize: about half of ya'll will be getting presents/cards late as I only finished mailing everything yesterday. Er...happy new year? ^___^;;;;;

I should wrap presents, watch my Netflix movies, and stop rambling. Not necessarily in that order.