December 2009
50 posts
20/20 on the Blind Side...NOW
Amazing. I could not be happier.
“Oh my gawd! It’s 4:45 and you haven’t even searched craigslist for that coffee...”
– My inner monologue realized I forgot my most important “to do” today with only 15 minutes left in the work day. (via thecooknook)
I literally just said on gchat - “I gotta go… I forgot to search for my new chair!”
Dear Alishan...
vneckandacardigan:
… while I only recently stumbled upon your Tumblr, I agree with everyone else. You’re absurdly hilarious.
But more importantly… I don’t think I’ve ever seen more people on Tumblr comment about someone’s birthday. You’re sort of like a celebrity around here or something.
That’s pretty impressive.
Looking forward to more sarcasm in the future,
Alexis
SECONDED.
How I Fill My Day...
downsizing:
Who are some of your favorite tumblrs? Weightloss blogs and others. I’m looking for a few new folks to follow.
Excellent question, formspring! The thing is, I started my “life” blog almost 2 years ago. I had been wanting to start a blog for my friends and family back home (Arkansas/Louisiana), and my coworker Genna told me about Tumblr. So for the first year and a half, I did not...
True Story
txtsfrmlstnght:
(313): These 3 days between Christmas and new years when all the bosses are on vacation are essentially a competition to see who can do the least amount of work
“It would be a long while because, quite simply, I was in love with New York. I...”
– Joan Didion (via thesoundingbored) (via princessl) (via meredithnyc)
My Boys
I am the oldest of 3, the only girl with two younger brothers. Logan (on the left) just turned 16, and Jordan is almost 24. They are sweet boys (for the most part) and even when I’m calling them Dumb & Dumber, I’m grateful to have them around.
PS - you can’t really see it here, but my hair looked AMAZING this night. When I left the house, I asked my mom -...
Happy Holidays!
jakeandamir:
Tumblr users: Reblog this post by Dec. 26th and we will follow your blog by Jan. 1st!
For Jessica… Merry Christmas from your faves!!
Merry Lizmas!!!
I hope you have an amazing day and that Santa brought you a mandolin LizLemon…
formspring.me
OMG! This is definitely my new favorite thing to do.
downsizing:
Weight loss aside, what’s been the highlight of your 2009? Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Back in the south? NY? CT with two kids, a husband, and a dog?
The weight loss was a pretty big highlight, but I think the real answer is that I feel like I’ve finally settled into myself this year. On top of losing almost 50 lbs,...
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formspring.me
fern mallis is such a powerful lady and she’s often portrayed as kind of a…witch. how is she IRL?
She’s “busy” and determined, but very kind. My first Fashion Week a few years ago I had no clue who she was, but happened to read an article about how she single handedly made IMG and Fashion Week into the empires they are. So then, when I happened to be seated beside her...
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formspring.me
You seem to work a lot — do you like what you do? If you weren’t in the field you’re in, what would you be doing?
I do work a lot, and it does help that I love it. I am in PR, with a focus on consumer events and sponsorships. Working in NYC is at once exhausting, challenging and exhilirating. There are times when I want to move back south and get a 9 to 5 desk job, and then the...
Formspring?
I’ve been in Arkansas for 3 weeks and I’m running out of steam, so consider me on this bandwagon.
Ask anything HERE.
“Kendyl Lynn! The language in this movie is OFFENSIVE. I cannot believe it. I am...”
– Mom is apparently not a fan of the Hangover
In Which I Need To Stop Getting My Information...
Andi: My flight's been cancelled and I'm stuck at LGA.
Me: Don't worry. I read on my friend's blog that you are entitled to 2 1/2 times the fare.
Andi: Really?
Me: YES. IN CASH. NOW.
Me: Make them write you a check. DO IT.
Andi: Um, ok... can you just verifty that?
Me: Sure... hold on.
Me: (texting LizLemon) Hey! Is that rule for cash for cancelled flights true for all airlines?
LL: Yes, but it's not for cancelled flights. It's for being denied boarding against your will.
Me: Oh.
Me: (to Andi) Nevermind. Don't ask them for cash. That's not really the rule. Sorry.
Andi: I knew something on a blog sounded sketchy.
Top Five Things Said to Me at Hometown Holiday...
graceinsmallthings:
chatter:
5. You look so thin
4. So what do you actually do again?
3. Where’s your brother?
2. Are you dating anyone?
1. When are you going to be done with that crazy New York thing and move home?
And people wonder why I haven’t been home for the holiday season in 6 years.
Substitute sister for brother, and this is—spot on—my return to Tullahoma every year and has been...
Top Five Things Said to Me at Hometown Holiday...
5. You look so thin
4. So what do you actually do again?
3. Where’s your brother?
2. Are you dating anyone?
1. When are you going to be done with that crazy New York thing and move home?
And people wonder why I haven’t been home for the holiday season in 6 years.
note to self
tights are NOT the same thing as leggings. wearing a short sweater dress with high heeled booties and tights makes you look like a skank, whereas wearing said sweater dress with leggings and flat knee high boots makes you look adorable. Please remember this the next time you are packing for a trip and hurriedly grab a pair of tights assuming it will be the same. Wake up 5 minutes earlier to search...
Thoughts from the airport
- Unlike most people, I enjoy traveling during the holidays. There’s nothing like walking into the terminal with “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas playing on the loudspeakers.”
- Pepsi needs to chill out with their sponsor dollars down here. I just walked 20 gates in 4 inch heels to find a diet coke. DFW fail, McDonald’s for the win
- there are military men and...
Currently Watching: The NFL Network
Because my dad is stationary in front of the television, I have been watching a documentary on the 2009 Superbowl narrated by Jeff Goldblum.
Did you know they mic the players and coaches and can hear what they say in game film? It’s amazing. For example, the Steelers coach tells one of his assistant coaches that he likes his sweatshirt… IN THE MIDDLE OF THE SUPERBOWL. Or when the...
Working at Home
Dad: Did you finish writing the copy?
Me: Eh, yeah. But it's not that creative.I'm not a creative writer.
Mom: Yes you are.
Me: I mean, I am. But I'm not really a witty writer.
Mom: You should call Genna to help.
Mom: SHE'S the witty one.
Calling all North Carolinians
I’m looking for 3-5 food and/or media influentials in the Raleigh-Durham, Charlotte, Greensboro area to be judges for a national contest. They will get promotion and a small compensation. Anyone know of any great chefs, bloggers, media personalities, etc?
Gawker Salutes Kristen Wiig →
Have I mentioned how much I love her/want to be her?
BEST CHRISTMAS NEWS EVER: SNL "GILLY" HOLIDAY... →
Carrie Underwood + Kristen Chenoweth = Successful...
Unstoppable
downsizing:
Dad: Hey-I’m in recovery. Where to for breakfast? Me: Um…you just had a colonoscopy. Maybe you should head home. Dad: We’re going to Delicious Temptations. Meet us there in 15. Me: Are you sure? Dad: Kendyl, they make those rules for the weak. I mean, I could even drive IF I WANTED TO. See you there.
A series of texts from this morning… My dad’s a little...
“God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts...”
– C.S. Lewis
True Story
There is nothing more common about testicular cancer than the fact that Lance Armstrong had it. If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard his name in the past 48 hours, I’d be a millionaire.
There is nothing more awkward than having a million conversations with strangers about your dad’s balls.
There is nothing more heartbreaking than seeing your dad cry.
There is nothing...
The "C" Word
When I was little, I used to read Lurlene McDaniel books and cry and cry for days. When I told my mom that I thought God was preparing me to lose someone to a tragic illness, she stopped letting me buy them.
I watched my best friend lose his father in college, and I told my parents that I need to go before them, because I know I am not strong enough to live through a loss like that.
In the past...
Confession
I want to be a lady who lunches. Period.
I wouldn’t get bored.
I would be super fit. My apartment would be super clean.
I would not miss working.
Thatisall.
Let's Say Thanks
bowlsby:
If you go to this web site, http://www.LetsSayThanks.com you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and send it to a soldier who is currently serving in Iraq . The cards were created by school children from across the country. You can’t pick out who gets it, but it’s guaranteed to go to a member of the armed services. How amazing it would be if we could get everyone we...