that day

I am noticing this weird consistency in my life. As things get busier this holiday season, I find I am unknowingly embracing, what Loverboy might coin an "Everybody's working for the weekend," mentality. But instead of working for the weekend, I am working for/living for that day...the day on which I will finally be off work and the busyness will slow down.

So as I wait for that day to come, I am going and blowing through my life paying no mind to really living my hours. It's like I am operating in this robotic mode where if I can only get through the next 12 days, then and only then will I sit back, take it in, and enjoy my hours.

I am sort of sickened and totally ashamed of my approach. The question is, what am I missing as I wait for that day? What sweet moments simply pass me by in my quest toward that day? Where has Jesus shown up, and I didn't take notice, because that day beckons me? Has my forward motion toward that day robbed me of those contemplative moments that transform?

hmm...

Wish I could say this is the first time that day has so enraptured me. Wish I could say it would be the last...

Authenticity #2

Previously I told you how much I enjoy authenticity...people who are, who they are, who they are... I found another blog that screams authenticity to me, not to mention belly laugh humor. Check out Tyler Stanton.com.

As a teaser, check out his post from today:

A Beginner’s Guide to Chick Flicks

December 6th, 2010 - Uncategorized - 9 Comments »

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Chick flicks are inevitable in relationships. It’s crucial that men know how to properly handle themselves in these situations – the success of the relationship depends on it! Luckily, I’m a seasoned veteran in this department and am willing to share my secrets with you…for free. I present to you, A Beginner’s Guide to Chick Flicks:

1. Passive-aggressively scoff at wife’s initial chick flick suggestion. Don’t overdo it, but make it loud enough to demonstrate your boundless masculinity to other males within earshot.

2. Roll eyes during previews for good measure. Sighs are optional. Please use discretion.

3. After his first shirtless scene, whisper disturbing information about hot male protagonist you learned during your TMZ cram session prior to the movie.

4. Feel sudden twinge of emotion. Suppress it.

5. Insist to wife that lead actress is, in fact, “ugly” and that you cannot fathom why her face has been chosen for numerous magazine covers.

6. Not wanting to miss what she says when he says what he said he was going to say, forego urge to use the restroom despite drinking the equivalent of a 12-pack of Fanta Orange in the last half hour.

7. Feel another twinge of emotion, this time accompanied by mild eye-moistening. Rub temples with index finger of hand shield and cough to hide your true feelings from everyone who is certainly watching you instead of the movie.

8. Ride home in silence.

9. Once wife is asleep, succumb to your sudden impulse to journal about the paradox of love – its complexity, its simplicity, and your thankfulness that Hugh Grant taught you how seamlessly they intersect.

10. Deny having seen said movie when friends and co-workers talk about it. Quickly change the subject by spouting off obscure facts about Iron Man 2 you researched on IMDB for just such an occasion.

11. Repeat.

Men, any steps I missed? Ladies, feel free to chime in too.

Frequently Bought Together

It has been a heavy week, so when I came across some good belly laugh material, I was thankful (you know how I love a belly laugh...which is bascially a cackle if you are me).

Check this out

Exhibit A: To prove this is legitimate, here is my screen cap... It's Amazon.com selling reusable adult diapers (and before you judge me, NO, I am not making fun of adult diapers. Give this nurse some credit). To see what I AM making fun of, see Exhibit B.

Exhibit B: My screen cap blown up...

I kid you not.

Perhaps even funnier is the customer comments section. "This thing is amazing! bought it with a copy of Call Of Duty and got a great deal. Arrived very quick and was easy to fit. Now the call of nature doesn't interrupt the call of duty. No longer will i have to decide between a kill streak or a brown streak."

By the way, this post is honor of my hubs and his best friend Doug. Guys, PLEASE don't get any ideas...