Hooray

Today was a GREAT day.

On my way into work this morning, I was running a bit behind schedule, so I didn't think it would be too dangerous to stop into Kudo Beans (homebase of McWigger) for a coffee, especially because McWigger's hours are 10-3 and at this point in time it was only 8:45.

I get to the counter and guess who pops up to serve me! McWigger! I held back my gasp, because I was truly surprised, and said hello. I kind of cursed myself because this is clearly my own violation, but I never expected him to be in there, nevermind behind the register.

However, I got out the hello and he said what's going on in a friendly tone and I ordered a regular coffee. Of course he made an elementary-school style joke about my turtleneck, which I deflected, and then ordered a bagel. And then...nothing!! That was it. I got my change and left, as if it was any other coffee shop in the world.

I was elated. I don't think I'll be making any regular appearances at the store, but at least now I know the going is safe. Without wanting to jinx myself, I think I'm going to go ahead and say that the McWigger saga is over. Which is a bit sad, because it's so damned funny, but it's also drama, and I hate drama. I'm like Mary J. Blige...except white. And...well a lot of other things too I guess, but Mary J. and I have this one thing in common.

Nelly Furtado

As usual, I'm a little late to hop on the what's-hot-in-music bandwagon (you may recognize me, I'm the one running behind it, jumping on at the last possible second), and I know that a lot of people have already heaped praise on Nelly Furtado's latest album, which I recently downloaded. But there are two really good tracks on there "Say It Right" and "All Good Things (Come to an End)" that are so awesome, I just can't stop playing them. Ladies, play them for yourself (boys you can dance to them if you want but if I were you I'd skip them to save your masculinity) and listen to the lyrics. Then listen to "Maneater" one more time, and I'm pretty sure you'll sail through 2007 with the same attitude I have adopted for myself. Something along the lines of F* it, let's just see where the road takes us. Even if you don't want to adopt that attitude, the songs are good to make you feel better about whatever may be going on. LOVE IT!

New Job

Also, today I accepted an offer that couldn't be refused from one of the places I was freelancing at, to work full-time. I'm really happy with my decision, I get to keep all of my 2007 travel plans (of which there are many) and I have opportunities for growth that I didn't think I'd have until a few years down the road. Although I LOVED freelancing, I HATED it's unpredictability, so this is awesome. I am finally excited about my career again and I have something I can really throw myself into. New Year + New Job = New Possibilities!