Football

I grew up in western Wisconsin.

I do not like the team across the river.

This is the happiest day of my life.

Well, top 5, at least.

Winter blahs

Christmas is over, and as of last weekend I am also done with Christmas parties. It was time. However, it is still winter. I used to like winter, many years ago, before I had my own driveway. That robbed it of all charm. I am trying to be proactive this year, so I'm brainstorming things to do to get through another winter. My list so far:

Take vitamin D. I don't know if it helps, but it's supposed to, so at least there may be some placebo effect.

Knit.

See how many socks you can wear on each foot.

Turn on all the lights.

Complain.

Wear fingerless gloves in the house. It keeps your hands warmer and makes you feel bohemian.

If the sun comes out, sit in the window like a cat.

Whine.

Exercise. Yell at the mean lady in the workout DVD. She likes it; it validates her.

Drink lots of coffee. It makes you feel so much happier.

Clean something. If you need inspiration, watch that show about hoarders.

Read something that doesn't require much thought.

Watch 24 and be glad Jack Bauer is not mad at you.

Mope.

Watch American Idol. Imagine that Jack Bauer is a guest judge.

Start a blog post. Decide it's going nowhere and delete it.

Start another post. Leave computer, allowing husband to accidentally delete it.

Spend quality time trying to figure out where your post went.

You may watch Martha, but if you find yourself jotting down a recipe, it is time to back away.

Research the cost of living in Arizona.

Grumble.

Finish the basement. Winter will fly by, as the project will seem to take several years. Oh, right, it is taking several years.

Try to remember that you do, after all, have a home and are therefore rich compared to much of the world. Maybe a little less complaining would be okay. Make a nice cup of tea and get over yourself.