Poor, poor Val

So, I found THIS today. What happened to him? He was such a hottie! Why Val, why?????

Tattoo Removal

Today was the fifth session of my tattoo removal on my wrist. I'm having the procedure done at MUSC. I got lucky when I went in for my consult and am having the laser surgery done by a resident. Since I'm having it done by a resident, it's half the cost of having it done by a non resident doctor. So, instead of paying $200 a session, I'm only paying $100. This process will probably take 3 more sessions. Let me tell you, it's not much fun.

First, my resident numbs my wrist by sticking needles filled with numbing medication. She probably sticks me at least 10 times. I'm not scared of needles at all, but having needles in my wrist is an absolute BITCH! This is all done at a very awkward angle, having to twist my wrist to as far to the left as possible. By the end of the session, my arm is trembling from holding it in such a weird position.

Second, we get to wear some really geeky glasses to keep our eyes safe from the laser.

Third, the resident plays with the GINORMOUS laser machine which looks HIGHLY complex.

Then, the laser starts. I don't feel anything, but you can SMELL it and see the smoke as the top layers of your skin burn. YUMMMY!

Last, my resident puts a bandage on my wrist...doctors do not know how to bandage things.

I then leave and come home and prepare myself for the pain to come after the numbing meds wear off. Anywhoo...here are the pics from today. Lovely isn't it!?!?!

Around 8PM this evening, a huge blister formed and I actually drained it because the bloody liquid was sloshing around in there and...yeah you get the pic. I won't go into that anymore. Enjoy the pics and I'll post more from my next session (9/29/08)

Moral of the story:
Research the person who tattoos you!!!

Fantasy Football

It's that time again...Fantasy Football is here!!! This will be my second year playing and I didn't do so bad last year. It's amazing to me how mch people get into this thing. I thought they were absolutely insane and blowing money away. But...I was wrong. I LOVE it. It's very competitive and addictive. My draft is 9 days away and I'm busy studying stats and players and trying to decide who will be a good fit for my team. So, wish me luck. Go Juggernauts!

Crazy Sprinkler Lady

All I can say is WOW!

See more funny videos and funny pictures at CollegeHumor.

Personality

This is a cool personality test I stole from Rita. Is is on the money or not? :o)

Results
Your answers suggest you are an Idealist
The four aspects that make up this personality type are:


Summary of Idealists
Make sense of the world using inner values
Focus on personal growth and the growth of others
Think of themselves as bright, forgiving and curious
May sometimes appear stubborn
More about Idealists
Idealists put time and energy into developing personal values that they use as a guide through life. They may seek fulfilment by helping others improve themselves and often want to make the world a better place. Idealists only share their inner values with people they respect.


Idealists are the most likely group to say they are vegetarian, according to a UK survey.
Idealists enjoy discussions about a wide range of topics, particularly those that deal with the future. They are typically easy-going and flexible, but if their values are challenged they may refuse to compromise.

In situations where they can’t use their talents or are unappreciated, Idealists may have trouble expressing themselves and withdraw. Under extreme stress, Idealists may become very critical of others, or lose confidence in their own ability to cope.

Recognition for their work is important to Idealists; however, they are also good at spotting false praise.

Idealist Careers
Idealists are often drawn to jobs where they can help people reach their potential. They are also attracted to careers that allow artistic creativity.

It's important to remember that no survey can predict personality type with 100 percent accuracy. Experts say that we should use personality type to better understand ourselves and others, but shouldn't feel restricted by our results.

Overall results
The graph below shows the percentage of people with each personality type out of everyone who has taken this test.

We'll Miss You!

Our friend Ramey Reeves passed from this life July 9th, 2008. She had battled brain cancer for a while and it was all just too much. She was a wonderful, beautiful, caring, friendly, faithful, godly, genuine disciple and we will miss her greatly. I went to the memorial service today and it was amazing. I had never been filled with so much of God's love than I had today. It was the way she would have wanted. Her family is the pillar of strength and know that she is in a better place and is walking and singing with God as I type this. We'll miss you terribly!! Please keep her husband John and son Judah in your thoughts and prayers.

It's Official!

It's official; upon completion of my classes this summer I semester, I will be an official graduate of the MLIS program from the University of South Carolina. It's exciting, stressful, and sad all at the same time. I have no idea what I'll do with myself without having to come home and finish up a project, or view a class, or complete some "required" reading. Maybe I'll be able to do some more "leisurely" reading. Another stressful thing is that I'll have to start looking for a new job. The job I've been in for the past two years has been good but it's definitely not something I want to pursue much longer. So, job hunting, here I come. There's also not an abundance of library careers in the Charleston area and I really want to stay here for the time being. You never know, maybe something I can't pass up will come available elsewhere. I also have to consider my BF. We have to be able to live in the same place and he has only a number of places he can transfer to. He has a great job working for Verizon employed with them for 14 years). He's the bread winner, so I'll go where he wants until I start making the big bucks...muhahahaha! Oh, and the sad part...having to pay back a $40K school loan. GEEZ!!!!!!!!

Quote of the Day

An intellectual is a person who has discovered something more interesting than sex.
-Aldous Huxley

Brave New World is one of the best books I've read. If you haven't, you should check it out!

So Excited

I am so excited! I had a great day yesterday, at of all places, The Watermelon Festival. I ran into my best friend from high school who I hadn't seen in 6 years. We did everything together back in the day. We made asses of ourselves together, were band geeks together, played softball together, cried together, laughted together....Everything we did, we did TOGETHER. Then, my junior year, she decides she wants to graduate early. She left me alone in a high school where I was not happy at. I had no friends, and trust me, it was probably my fault, but I refused to hang out with people who were ignorant, or people who made fun of people on a daily basis. So, she goes off to college and I'm alone my senior year. I can understand how college students don't want to hang out with high schoolers. I understand all too well. We went our different ways but we still talked all the time. I was even in her wedding. People, unfortunately grow apart and loose touch. It's my fault too, I'm not blaming anyone. She's one of the best people I know. She's still married to the same guy, has two beautiful children and she's the same girl I knew and loved. We exchanged numbers and I am NOT going to do the same thing again.

Reading Rooster

Check out what the Reading Rooster Recommends from the SC State Library!

Words are Really Cool!

Check this out! I saw the website on Michael Stephen's blog and thought it was pretty darn nifty. So, I copy and pasted the 1st and 2nd paragraphs of a paper I just wrote on topic maps. I like it anyway. What do you think?

Poor Things

I am and always have been very fond of elephants. I think they're beautiful creatures that are highly intelligent. And of course, they are matriarchal. They live in groups of women while the males usually live a solitary life. I could go on and on about them. They're just amazing.

Now, I am not a big fan of PETA, although I LOVE all animals and would never do anything to hurt any of them. I feel as though their protests are "over the top." But again, this is just my opinion.

I recently watched this. I have never been so angry as I had viewing this video footage. I used to love going to circuses as a child, but now, I feel as though I will never be able to go to a circus again. The treatment of these elephants, along with the other circus animals is deplorable! You can also check out this website. It gives ways to help or petition against this unspeakable cruelty.

Tired

I'm really tired! I'm taking two classes during the month of June so I can graduate in August. I come home from work and go straight to the computer and start on school work. I'm taking 725 Knowledge Management and 753 Reference Seminar. I like both classes, especially the reference seminar. Right now, we're using Second Life Virtual Library that our college has set up. It's very cool and a bit fun if I do say so myself. This class is why I started blogging. We are supposed to be up to date on web 2.0. I hate to admit it, but I'm not as up to date as I want to be. I'm trying really hard though!!!

Another thing we're discussing in 726 are Topic Maps. This website was created by Steve Pepper from Ontopia. Steve Pepper and Lars Garshol, from what I understand, are the Topic Map gurus. I have to say though, "I don't get it." Maybe I'm overthinking it, but I dunno...We're working on a project for an SLM topic map and I have no clue where to begin. If there is anyone out there who could give me some insight, I would be sooooo appreciative.

Anyway, I started this blog wanting to talk about how tired I am and look where I wind up. Oh well, maybe I'm gonna be a real liberrian afterall.

Boomer

Introducing...
Boomer! I was away for 4 days in NJ and when I got home he was so excited! All hail
my dog!!!

A Librarian's Job

This is why I chose Librarianship as my profession!

Big Mistake

Principal makes mistake on high school diplomas.

Wow!

Fear Itself

Will be watching this tonight!

This looks like it should be a really awesome series. I hope it lives up to what it should, especially with the directors and actors that are highlighted.

Just a few:

Brandon Routh
Eric Roberts
Cynthia Watros

Let's keep our fingers crossed!

Tourettes Camp

I really feel for these kids, except for Jessica!

Graduating

I'm graduating in August with my MLIS. Anybody want a librarian with no experience but alot of education? :o)