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February 21, 2005
monday 
I had today off, and I had big plans to get lots done. Take a walk into town. Do some work-work. Go to the noon pilates class. Do some more work-work. Etc. Of course, I managed to do none of the above.
I've been focused on housecleaning since we've been back. I've filled three paper grocery bags with magazines to be recycled. I've pulled out several pairs of jeans to go to charity.
But today, I fell into TV and the computer. Among other things, I was hoping to find some pics of me at the Austin Half finish line, as I remember several people taking pictures, but no go. There were thousands of pictures I sifted through, just hoping. Oh well.
I had this realization while we were in Houston. I'd get up around 6, linger over coffee and brekkie, then frequently get in about 45 minutes of exercise. Then I'd take a thorough and luxurious long shower, including shaving my legs (something I always tend to leave to the last minute if it's remembered at all). By 9:30, I was ready to go. And there was lots of cushioning in there. No hurrying.
So, in theory, if I got up at 4, I could get a walk in and get to work on time, all in a very humane way.
But. In Houston, my sweetie and I were sharing his powerbook. And since there was no TiVo, I didn't really watch TV. It's amazing how much time I lose in front of the powerbook and the TiVo.
Part of this reflection too is based on Megan's saying that she is going to quit TV for a month, something that I can't imagine. How did I become such a TV addict? And such a computer addict? Why do I feel like I need to fill my life with all this stuff that becomes an obligation—yarn, magazines, books, etc.
Anyways. I got in a good nap today, ran some errands and then met my beloved and Mela at the most incredible pizza joint where they are now hosting LOW BBQ on Monday nights. LOW stands for Laid Off Workers, serving you with many years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Anyways, they use exquisite local meats and a Texas style offset smoker, and it is to die for! And it was.
After eating brisket and sausage, I went back to say hi to Rodney & Kyle, the LOW guys, and then Brian, the pizza genius. Brian and his wife and mom were sitting at the bar, and they were so kind. Oh my gosh! I walked outta there just glowing, and an hour and a half later, I'm still glowing.
Posted at February 21, 2005
Comments
Kill your TV before it kills you!
No TV at my house. I do see it at the gym, but at home I just have a monitor hooked up to the VCR and DVD player, which I don't get to use very much (didn't get to see Return of the King until about a month ago).
I killed the TV permanently when I moved to the new house, but killed it partially years ago. At our old house we still had a pair of rabbit ears in the closet that we could pull out for guests coming to stay over night. Other than that, no TV.
Try killing it for a week and see how much time you have. Its great!
Posted by: Jon in Michigan at February 22, 2005 6:59 AM
I'm seriously panicking about not watching TV. Wish me luck! From an artistic standpoint, I have nothing against TV. It's damn entertaining. I just know some people who don't watch television, and they both have extensive social lives and are always up to interesting activities, so I'm curious to see what I do with this extra free time. I'm kinda worried that I'll just take naps, but we'll see what happens.
Dude, shaving my legs is always very low on my list and the one thing I hate about winter ending is that I won't wear pants as much. I'm sure "unshaven legs" is unallowable in my office's dress code. Sigh, the trials of being a woman.
I'm experimenting, too, with waking up earlier to get in my workout. Good luck!
Posted by: Megan at February 22, 2005 11:25 AM