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While I was at the conference in Corpus Christi this week, I identified a difference between me and most people. Most of the other people were plotting ways (or at least day dreaming of ways) to sneak out of the conference to go to the beach during the day. I liked the daytime conference stuff. I was plotting ways to avoid the nightly social activities, so I could spend time reading and drinking coffee drinks or surfing the internet in my room and talking to my little pet bird.

I wouldn't have minded going to the social events, though, if I had a dedicated partner in crime to go with me. I just don't like walking in by myself not knowing whether I'll get stuck talking with someone who asks me a thousand questions about me and my life, or whether I'll walk up to a table and someone will tell me "There's no room for you here," or whatever other social nightmare that could happen.

I did have a good time this week. I hope I get to take another trip somewhere soon that's not business related where I can spend hours at a coffee shop reading my book or walking around a town taking pictures.

I hesitated to post this because I don't feel very birthday-y yet today. I woke up with a nosebleed. I didn't realize it was my birthday until I turned my computer on and for no good reason put my cursor over the clock on the corner. It popped up the date, and there was my birthday date.

So today I start my 42nd year (that means I'm 41 if that confuses you). I was thinking about going to my favorite restaurant after work for italian food and chocolate cheesecake. I'll play it by ear. I better pack a book in my purse, just in case.

I signed up for a Google Alert that sends me news stories about Kim Novak. This morning, I opened the alert and was shocked to find this:



I've had people suggest that I need to change my name online because people will think I'm the actress or that I'm trying to sponge off her name. This is the name I was born with, so I'm sticking with it. Kim Novak's real name was Marilyn Pauline Novak. If I decided to pursue a real career in music where I needed to change my name, though, I'd change it to Marilyn Novak. That would be a fun twist.

20 Questions to a Better Relationship is kinda cool. I saw it over at So Very Posh. It was hard for me to answer some questions because I'm not in a relationship. But I liked the results. It's pretty accurate:

You are a RPIT--Reserved Practical Intellectual Taker. This makes you a Love Geek.

Heh heh -- you love geek! You are weirdly sexy. It doesn't take people a long time to get to know you, but people *think* it takes a long time, because you are as cool and regulated after a year as you are on a first meeting. You don't tend to date casually -- you just suddenly find yourself in long term relationships.

Your approach to conflict is your greatest asset -- it complements almost every other type. You don't express yourself or your feelings in dramatic terms, but you will speak up to those who do. You are generally calm, but capable of ramping up, and you don't give up until the issue is resolved -- this means even the hottest temper or coolest conflict-avoider can feel comfortable pursuing their satisfaction with you. And you don't hold a grudge -- you get through it, and it's done. You rock.

Sure, you like the sex. And you communicate with your partner well, so you're good at it. But it's not something you would make jokes about or bring up in polite company (not that you don't appreciate that kind of humor). You're no prude, but that's just not your style.

You'd make an excellent parent.

You enjoy food and can be a ravenous eater. A good cook will get your attention quickly.

Of the 10255 people who have taken this quiz, 4.3 % are this type.

That makes me just like Atypical Female.

I like to spread news, but I'm not very good at it. I never have enough information. Here's a typical conversation when I try to spread some news:

• Me: Hey, you know Myra in purchasing?
• Them: Yeah.
• Me: She's quitting to move to Minnesota to marry some guy.
• Them: Really? Wow.. how did they meet?
• Me: I don't know.
• Them: Oh, well... how long have they known each other?
• Me: I don't know.
• Them: Has she been married before?
• Me: I don't know.
• Them: Okay. Does she have a job lined up for her when she gets there?
• Me: I don't know.
• Them: What's the guy's name?
• Me: (lights up) Bill!
• Them: Bill who?
• Me: I don't know.
• Them: Hmmm. Okay... see ya around.
• Me: Yeah... see ya.

I guess I don't ask enough questions.

I got this meme thing from brykMantra...

• Act your age?: Mostly. Except when I clap and squeal like a schoolgirl.
• Born on what day of the week?: I'm pretty sure it was Tuesday.
• Chore you hate?: Cleaning the bathtub. Although, I love a clean bathtub!
• Dad's name?: Fred.
• Essential makeup item?: Foundation.
• Favorite actor(s)?: John Cusack and a whole host of others.
• Gold or silver?: Sure. Thanks.
• Hometown?: Houston, TX. Wait... does hometown mean where I was born, grew up, or where I live now?
• Instruments you play?: bass, guitar, a little keyboard, vocal mic.
• Kids?: Nope.
• Living arrangements?: Duplex.
• Mum's name?: Lu.
• Need?: air, water, food.
• Overnight hospital stays?: Not since I was a wee lass (knock on wood). Something to do with tonsils, I think.
• Phobias?: Oh, I don't know. Socializing?
• Quote you like?: "Express Elevator to Hell!!!!!!!"
• Religious affiliation?: I'm not affiliated with any religion.
• Siblings: Brother and Step Brother.
• Time you wake up?: Between 6:00-6:30 on weekdays; Between 8:30 - noon on weekends.
• Unique talent?: None of my talents are unique. I'm sure others have the same talents as me.
• Vegetable you refuse to eat?: sweet potatoes.
• Worst habit?: eating stuff I shouldn't.
• X-rays you've had?: knee, chest, nose, wrist, maybe more.
• Yummy food you make?: Tex-Mex Pork Chops from Suzanne Somers Fast & Easy book.
• Zoo animal you like?: All, but penguins and meerkats are my favorites.

Let it be known on this, the 14th day of February, also known as Valentine's Day and what would be our third anniversary, that I hereby declare myself dumped by virtue of neglect. That my now ex-boyfriend has ignored me for 11 days straight and many days before that.

As such, I am also declaring that I'm on the lookout for a new partner/friend/lover/companion.

One who will be open and honest with me.
One who doesn't smoke.
One who will be loyal to me, defending me against mean people, even if the mean person is a best friend.
One who will tell friends and family that I exist.
One who will be friends with my dog.
One who will love me the way I am. Not just say it, but mean it.
One who will buy me flowers. At least once.
One who won't stand me up without a reason.

I don't think that's too much to ask. I think I have a lot to offer, too. I think. Maybe I don't. I'm not good at this relationship stuff. I mean... every relationship I've ever had has failed.

I'm an optimist, though... a fool for the thought of love. I'll never be like some who refuse to have another relationship for fear of being hurt. My fear is getting sick or having a crisis with no one to help me. I want to be there to help someone else, too.

So here I am world. A 40 year old CPA/java programmer and animal lover who has a nice singing voice and can keep a clean house. A Texas girl who isn't afraid to assemble her own furniture, but can't guarantee it'll be sturdy. A Starbucks Coffee lover who yearns to cook a chicken dinner and share it with someone special. A webmistress with a brand new cushy queen sized bed who wants to love and be loved.

To those of you who have someone to celebrate with today, give them a hug and a kiss and strive not to take them for granted. I salute you. If your boyfriend or girlfriend is too wrapped up in him or herself to do something nice for you today, then do something nice for yourself. I bought myself flowers. Maybe that's pathetic. I don't know. I just know they're awfully pretty, and they make me smile.

Christine did a meme where you take a list of things about someone else and bold the things you have in common. The things you don't have in common, you edit to make it fit you.
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