Trimming

Now that things are finally warming up, I can spend some time outside. But when I do, my histamine system goes into overdrive. I just can't seem to win with nature.

• Rubber mulch tree circles
• A really cool elliptical machine that is still working after many years
• Google sites allowing me to create something useful very quickly
• Sushi

Jumping Jellies

I guess I really don't like Spring in Kansas. The weather can't make up it's mind at all, and the changing temperatures just leads to more migraines. I am truly a Summer person.

• No accumulation
• Supportive teammates that show up even for that late, late game
• Planning for future fun trips
• Grilled vegetables

Vicissitudes

So just as I'm starting to enjoy Spring, Mother Nature throws some snow at us. Usually, that will happen during the week, when I have to go to work or travel for other reasons. I count it lucky that this snow came over the weekend.

• Not having to travel in the icky snow
• Making a big batch of vegetable beef soup
• An enjoyable dinner for just the girls
• Winning a soccer game
• Making that perfect disc throw

My heart keeps pumping

I scratched my cornea last Sunday, so this week's thanks have a new 'safety' theme.

• A body that can repair itself
• A doctor's office that fit me in on short notice
• Other drivers who slow down some in the rain

Who Watches?

So I have delayed a little bit on my review of Watchmen. I saw it opening weekend on an IMAX screen and I really enjoyed it. Then, I borrowed the full graphic novel from a coworker and enjoyed the reading, but not as much. Finally, I went back to the theatre again last night to watch it again in the new AMC Cinema Suites.

I'm going to rate the movie a 9 overall. I really enjoyed the feel of the film, especially during my first viewing. I did not like the graphic novel as much, mostly because it is so dated, but also because I think some of the characters were just too weak to be believed as true "heroes". I like all the changes made in the movie and I think it builds a stronger story in the long run.

The new theatre I will give a rating of 5. There were some good things -- a very comfy recliner, being served at my seat, more space, and no kids. But there were also some bad things -- the leather seats squeaked pretty loudly, some of the servers didn't crouch and thus blocked my view, some of the patrons thought that a smaller theatre meant they could make more noise, and bad food. In the end, I think I would go back, but it would have to be the right kind of movie and the right kind of circumstances.

A warm breeze

I think Spring might be here! It's harder to be depressed when nature is waking up all around you.

• A successful compile
• Oven-roasted cauliflower
• A night of sound sleep
• Solving a difficult problem
• Trees showing new buds

Head above the flotsam

It's been another rough week with lots of bad news. Sometimes it takes awhile to see any bright side. Yet when I stop for a moment to think about it, my life is not all that horrible. I am still thankful for:

• Seeing a good movie with friends
• Finding a new funny sitcom
• Coming home from work to husband cooking a delicious, healthy dinner
• A boss who takes her team out to lunch