GONE

Listening to 'Push the button', I'm thinking...

...finally _some_ free time around here. phew. Although, it's that time of the month for me, "green pill week."

I'm busy. I'm slightly ill. I'm tired. I'm moody. At least I dont have cramps...

Conversations and comments I've been forcefully subject to participate in:
"men are such wimps; they bitch and complain more than us women."
"men take longer in the shower than women."
"I hope you don't mind if I ask... but what cologne do you wear? It smells familiar but I can't place it... it may come in handy if I need any upcoming holiday gift ideas for my boyfriend..."

...and all I want to do is go home, put my feet up and watch the remaining episodes of The Wire, Season 3 - later for that though...

Anyways, I really meant to catch up on all things this weekend. In some ways I did, not via technology though. But yeah, this weekend was great...

Friday I spent the evening caring for a sick person. A quick run to the studio to bash out a few tracks then back on the couch to take care of Ms Sick. A few episodes of the family guy and "on-demand" programming to keep me entertained and laughing.

Saturday the runnings were necessary. A human body-bag amount of laundry equals 3 loads to launder, which equals 2 hours of clothes-washing. I swear I'll never let me gear pile up for 3 weeks! During this time I got a nice surprise from the kid! She came home early, earlier than the 'rents anticipated. In between swapping loads we played....

...kids have the greatest imagination! she's still young enough to only worry about smiling, playing and having fun. to go back... but with her I was able to creatively challenge her imagination by creating a fictional landscape set in the "deep forest" with dragons, monsters and a soccer pitch. When the 'rents got home I was exhausted; knees red and achy plus a sore back and a broken lamp to explain.

and sitting here, looking at pictures of us, I smile. how things change in a year... now she rides a school bus, tells me about her daddy, how she misses her mommy, shows serious coordination, talks back... it's rather amazing. and now I'm referred to as "uncle J".

More faces needed looked upon - A few stops to visit friends; quick 'ello's and pounds. a jaunt to wally world, state store and gas station before I leave to go home, again.

It's 11:30pm and I'm about to kick things off, proper. Mediocre wine and a bit of the kind to feed my mind. Geeked out until the wee hours; laughing, swearing and the urge to keep at it. Tomorrow...

Sunday was, well, we know what Sunday's are about in stafari-land! Normally, I dont leave the pad on Sunday. I made an exception; oil and fluid change needed, 2,000 miles ago - not mine though - I'm always on that sheeet! It was good to get out for a bit and feel like a "sunday driver".

Back home to take care of Ms Sick I passed the time watching The American Express Championship. Thank god for Sunday tele! But yeah, one of the best (golf) finishes I've seen this year; Tiger and John Daly going at it! Daly, chain-smoking and sneaking off for drinks and popcorn. Tiger, focused, determined and letting out brief profanities with a few mis-hit shots.

...and when it's all said and done Tiger wins. Daly foobar'ed the replay on 16. I think I know which side of Tiger bucked up ;-)

Sunday evening wasnt the normal cartoon, fun-loving television nights. Plus I dont watch american football.... Still, the evening and weekend were great! Regardless of the quiet and relatively chill scene.

But, as I think with more clarity about the past few days I'm starting to wonder about a few thoughts and ideas that crossed my mind. I wont get into the personal banter right now... I'm not going to waste anymore of your time. Other thoughts were directed towards and for others...

First, I miss my friend, the officer / rookie / McNulty. I mostly see him in pass, breezing through the cut, or the occasional stop past his book store. Last year we were raging it up, unemployed style. Long and slightly geeked out nights, lan parties, drunken house parties and blunts that would never end.

For you, fucker:
Bruv, props for the rounds by the way, 44 dollars of schwaggy tobacco - thanks! You've finally paid on the basketball wager, took you long enough ..GG.. ha. And next week it's official...crazy! Props. I wont jinx you too much, just know you have my "best luck" banter for Thursday! So, when you coming down for a crazy scene that I _was_ notoriously known for? I'm saying dude, things can _really_ get out of hand now...

To my blood bruv: I'll get you next week, promise. Uber-busy man, not forgotten. You could bring the system down if it's _that_ important to you! I'm glad working with you dad has helped you out, on the inside. I'm glad you're working towards shaping your outside too!

To myself: When I take care of sick people I'm usually getting sick, which sucks! Coz when I'm sick, who takes care of me?

Funny, I think I've managed to talk myself healthy! I've cancelled the session @ Neeko's tonight in favor of the couch and REST. I'm having regret already, but, I know that I need to keep healthy to enjoy the rest of my week and the segue into the weekend.

No rest for the wicked you say (Neeko) - Well, I'm feeling evil, very fucking evil! Maybe that's why I have this tail growing...