Day Off

Today is my day off. I feel like I haven’t had one in ages. I intend on getting some Dark Culture work done along with a massive load of laundry. I told Andy I would clean our room today, so I will. It’s a beautiful day too. One of those days that marks the beginning of Fall and tells you Halloween in around the corner. A bright and sunny day, but the air is cool and things feel crisp. I love days like this. These are the days that make me happy to be alive. They inspire me to live life and make me think of days gone by. I recall days like this when we lived in Oxnard. I used to get so excited on days like this, knowing Halloween was coming. There is a strange feeling in the air when Halloween draws near. It’s mysterious and is sort of quiet and contemplative.

As for Kat, she’s venturing out into the living room now, however has been terrorizing Woobie and Oatmeal. I understand that she’s scared, but she acts feral. She seems more like a wild animal than a house cat and unfortunately, I have Jon and Paul to blame. I know they love her and I wish I could give her back to them, but I know with time she’ll be happy here. Once Jon and Paul get their own place, I won’t be able to take Kat out of this situation. How much trauma does one cat need in her life? Another move would be hard for her. Cats don’t take change very well. I told the boys this. Sadly, they gave up any rights to her when they allowed my dad to say he’d take her to the pound, forcing me to go and pick her up. Still, it’s not a nice situation and having 3 cats is hard. Andy is adjusting and is being generally sweet about it. I know it’s hard for him too. I am sending out my apartment wishes into the universe. I want a nice sized place in San Francisco, enough room for 3 cats and 2 humans. Now, back to work. Delilah’s computer is acting funny.

Kat’s Outta The Bag

After a long day at school, an excellent episode of Buffy, Andy and I decided to let Kat out of our room. Timid at first, she mostly kept to the room even though the door was wide open and the other cats were locked in the office. After a quick meal, we decided to let Woobie and Oatmeal out of the office. The boys, both curious, went into the room one by one. Woobie was mostly concerned with Kat’s kitty tubey thing and then his old roost on the window sill. Oatmeal came in slowly, after peeking in from outside the room, only to be nearly attacked by Kat. Hisses and groans, a few attempts at giving them all treats, Kat retreated back under the bed. Woobie and Oatmeal sat at the window and looked out, they both seemed a little stressed. Now, they’re all in the same room together, but Andy and I think it’s best to keep them separated and monitor their interactions over the next few days. Kat has some sharp claws and I wouldn’t want her taking some kitty’s eye out.

Time Flies

Danielle is going home today. Even though she’s still here, I feel sad in knowing that she’ll be on a plane in just a matter of hours. Yesterday, we spent the afternoon with family. I worked and then we hung out at The Coffee Gallery. After that, we visited with Aunt Josie (Grandma, Aunt Cindy, Alfred and others were there). We only stayed an hour or so. We then drove to see my mom, who had planned a large meal to share with the grandparents, Aunt Kitty, Tim and some other wayward relatives. Mostly, it was nice hanging with the siblings and my mom. I love seeing my grandparents, but because of their age, they don’t relate to the younger generation and prefer watching television until they fall asleep. We ate, we lit the Fire God and drank coffee, talked and talked. Jon spent most of the night on the computer, as always. I felt bad for my mom because anytime she plans a party, it’s never really a party. More to the effect of a nice, comfortable, get-together. She also wanted to spend more time with Danielle, but with everyone clamoring for her attention, it wasn’t really possible. Today, mom is busy with the visiting relatives and has a contractor coming to her house. Which means, again, no time to spend with Danielle. She was sad, but I tried to remind her that we would see Danielle again over Thanksgiving. We’re all driving up to see her. Jon and Paul were supposed to be here at 10am. It’s 10:30 now. I called the Cafe where we’re going to eat, but they’re not there. Hopefully, they’re on their way. I still need to shower, so maybe this buys me a little “get ready” time.

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It’s early. I called work last night and Sam told me I was supposed to be in at 6AM. No. I am supposed to be in at 8. Jen told me when I called, in a panic, to tell her I was on my way. Good thing, I’m not late and I can sit back and get some miscellaneous things done.

Last night was my step-grandfather’s 80th birthday party. Everyone was there, lots of people I didn’t know. My Aunt Josie, whose house looks like a Martha Stewart fantasy, tends to throw these large parties (less in recent years) where everyone gets drunk, mariachis show up and alcohol flows like water. I spend time with my cousins, laugh, joke and get to know them better each time. As crazy as my family is, I love them all dearly. In particular, Deeana brought her new baby Shawn. He’s simply a little angel from heaven. Seriously though, he’s adorable, as most babies are. I know that while it would be nice to be in a place where a baby was a realistic option, still…I know I’m not ready. Neither is Andy. We’ve talked about it and both of us agree that a baby would be nice one day, but now…in this little apartment, with so much life needing to be lived, a baby is not on the menu. I think mostly I get sad around babies because of stupid hormones. But Shawn is the sweetest thing; quiet, happy. Nearly the perfect baby. Danielle is asleep on the couch, Sonny is asleep in the big chair. I wonder what time they got in last night. Pretty late I imagine.

First One

I’m not sure why I wanted a Live Journal. I think it’s probably more to the effect of me just really needing some place to rant, vent, etc. I feel better when I write. I’m not sure if I want anyone reading this just yet. I guess if anyone reads it, I probably won’t end up spilling my guts or anything…it will probably be me just going on about whatever is going on. I got the journal page to look better than the default view. I never understand why default views are so hideous. When they offer you templates to choose from, they’re equally hideous…yellow and pink, green and orange. Yuck! It’s time for bed. I’ve gotta be at work super early. The people need their coffee. *sigh* Not much longer until I can start working at a real job.