Syndromes vs Addictions

Restless Leg Syndrome. I'm sorry, I can't talk to you right now. It is past my bedtime and my legs are convulsing; twitching relentlessly, disavowing authority of control from my brain. Apparently this syndrome mostly manifests itself during sleep, but I find that it creeps up on me well before beddie bye and hacks its way into my nerves; setting off spasm-bombs that go off repeatedly and sporadically causing my laptop computer to become a nauseating moving target. This is a syndrome that I have no control over.

Addictions are something altogether different. I'm here to tell you, boys and girls, don't be a bad person and hang out on street corners and back alleys bit-torrenting like there is no tomorrow. Learn from my mistakes. Yes, I'm a bit-torrenting junkie, and it is taking its toll. 


Even as I write this I have adware popping up at inconvenient and annoying intervals on my computer. Shoot. This is not the first time I have inadvertently downloaded viruses. I meant to be more careful. This is an addiction and it can be controlled, but unfortunately, I choose not to.


Now I must shuffle the "walk of shame" and ask forgiveness from my I.T. Guru. "Never again", I will chant. Until the next time.

OMG! Have you seen It??!!

I am in love. I have fallen head over heals. I shall describe it in words you may understand. Trim, large, fast, breathtaking, outstanding performance. Yes, I am talking about the new iMAC with the 27" display.

I don't have an Apple store where I live. 2,000 miles out in the middle of the ocean on a tiny rock only 30 miles wide. It is astonishing that we even have internet and wireless phones available. Anyway, over the winter break when visiting family in Portland I walked into a store and there it was. Beckoning me with its glossy screen. Seducing me with its simplicity and charm. I stared at it dreamily, thinking, "I must have you." Alas, I left Portland with only the memory of that chance encounter.

So, now, I'm putting it out to the universe: Please give me that iMAC 27" right away. This month would be preferable. I mean, why not? Some random person with money to burn (only $1,700 plus shipping) may read this blog and take pity on my heart-wrenching forbidden love affair and fulfill my dreams (contact me for my shipping address).

If I've piqued your interest, you can check it out here.

Soap by the Slice: Citrus Summer

Yes, it is still winter but we can all enjoy a little bit of summer thanks to my new batch of castile soap. Citrus Summer features olive, castor, and coconut oils to produce a creamy and smooth lathering soap. Essential oils of lemon and ylang ylang make it refreshing and invigorating. Close your eyes and you will be transported back to the sunny days of summer.

Each bath bar is about 4 oz (maybe a little bit more) and they can also be purchased in hand-soap sized (2 oz) as well as travel size (1 oz). For more information and pricing click here.

Facebook vs the Blog

My experiment with Facebook, I think, is coming to a close. The nifty difference between having a blog and interacting on Facebook is that the blog isn't comprised of daily stalkers wondering what I am doing at any given moment, or past acquaintances bragging about their recent vacation shooting skeet in the middle of nowhere with their Very Dear Friends. It was all way too much to keep track of.

Even my 85 year old mother could see it for what it was. A pain the the *ss. My well-meaning niece thought that it would be a great idea if her grandmother had a Facebook account to keep track of and communicate with all of her family. In retrospect, I think that it would be safe to say that if the woman is still trying to answer the phone with the TV controller, then Facebook might be somewhat of a challenge for her. Long story short, I helped delete her account and probably no one will be the wiser.

Anyway, I am back (if there is even anyone who cares or is reading this blog) and I've got some more soapy goodness to share as well as thoughts on the coming new year. Yeah!

I'm baaaack

I know it has been awhile since I posted. I discovered the many joys and tribulations of joining Facebook. More later

The Hunted

"Thump, Thump" the sound of running,
As I duck behind a door.
I can hear my heart a-pumping,
"Boom, Boom" against the floor.

I lie down on the ground,
And listen to it beat.
"Boom, Boom" I hear it pumping,
And I hear the sound of feet.

"Pat, Pat" the distant sound
of footsteps away downstairs.
"Thump, Thump" they get much louder,
And its more than I can bear.

"Pat-Pat" they go away now,
My fear is now drawn taught.
If they come right back now,
I will be surely caught.

I hear my breath quite loudly,
"Whoosh-Whoosh-Whoosh" it goes.
How long will it last now?
No one really knows.

This poem was written in 1996 by Nate Boshears, age 13.

Soap by the Slice: Pandanus with Coconut Milk

Coconut and olive oils combined with lard create a smooth hard soap. Pandanus leaves, collected on Kaua`i, are added to provide skin-healing medicinal qualities, and to give it a nice, natural green tint.

Rosemary essential oil is added and provides clarifying, focusing, inspiring, and invigorating qualities to this soap. Also, a touch of ylang ylang essential oil provides balancing, calming, and anxiety-soothing elements. Added vitamin E helps to restore skin health. You will love bathing with this soap; you will feel as though you are spending time in a spa.

This soap is nicely lathering and will both refresh and soothe your skin, giving you a tropical treat. Bath bars come in large, 4 oz sizes and are $4.00 each. Hand soap and travel sizes are available as well. If you are interested in purchasing this soap and to experience luxury on a budget click here!