Having A Strategy Is So Important. Where's Waldo Girl and Photo Of White Rock Lake

Hi there
My mom always has a strategy when she goes to the grocery store. She knows what she wants. If we go together, most of the time she is at the checkout when I am not.
I have to search for her frantically, after having grabbed a last-minute item.

(I have noticed this about myself, below.)
While this is not always possible: It's important to have a strategy. While there definitely needs to be some work done on my part, I usually have a strategy. Sometimes I am super anal about trying to pick the person in a business or place--just by eyeing them-- that will help me the most. (Being able to do your job is not undervalued!!) I know that can be pretty selfish. Sometimes it works, sometimes it fails miserably.
I have a strategy at McDonald's and at target.

THE END.
Alice
north dallas homegirl
Thanks for reading, and Happy New Year!!!!

The picture was taken at the Dallas Marathon in 2012.
This girl's name is Alexandria. She said she likes Waldo a little bit. And she was very nice about letting me take her photo!

A cool picture. Taken recently at White Rock Lake. I saved it for a long time. I didn't know what to do with it.

A Brazilian Butt Lift Will Make You More "Attractive And Sensuous"

Hello all,
I was reading a magazine that came in the mail, when I read about the Brazilian Butt Lift. News to me!

The Brazilian Butt Lift is supposed to "fill the upper quadrant of your buttocks so that the butt appears lifted and perky."
The magazine also stated, "the resulting effect is that the woman appears more attractive and sensuous."
Huh?
I feel sorry for any woman who feels she needs to fill the upper quadrant of her buttocks in order to be more "attractive and sensuous."

I am sure that the Brazilian Butt Lift will NOT, in fact, turn you into a Brazilian Hottie.

The Brazilian Butt Lift is performed by Dr. Otto Huertas in Dallas.
If you are, in fact, interested, call his sexy phone at 972-279-9000.

Thank you for reading my tiny little blog.
And have a great 2013.
I can't get out of saying: merry christmas.

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

An American flag taken recently, at the Dallas Jingle Bell Run. I don't know why I like this picture, but I do. The Hilton Anatole is in the background.

The Traffic Outside Is Frightful, But Inside It's So Delightful, And Nightcap News: Finally, Something My Generation Can Stomach

No matter where I go, in Dallas,
the traffic is constantly:
sprawling, sniping, gnawing at me. Sometimes it is chiding me.
I tell myself to be more aggressive when there is heavy traffic. Then when I have jumped in front of someone or gunned the engine, I am glad. I tell myself, Good Job!
It is as if I'm saying, "Good Job. You were a real jerk out there!"

I watched the Nightcap News on the CW 33. The show calls itself "a different kind of news."
The show gets a thumbs up. Of course it is not hard-core news.
It contains small segments such as "WTF" and "You Really Need To Know..." which, sadly!, are perfect for my impatient, incessantly demanding generation.
If you want in-depth analysis or someone similar to Peter Jennings, go somewhere else. But if you want to laugh (most of the hosts are actually funny, without being too annoying), go to the nightcap news.

D Magazine recently posted a negative review of the Nightcap news on their blog, Front Burner.

Maybe reporter Jason Heid is mad because nobody reads D Magazine?

The End.

Alice
Simply, North Dallas Homegirl


I don't know why I am including the meme.

It's Okay To Eat Cheetos In The Car, And A Picture Of The Dallas Marathon

Hello all,

Glamour magazine used to have a segment called, "It's okay to..."
The magazine would validate women for various things.
I do not know if they still have it.
However, I checked recently, and it was not there.

So, in honor of Glamour, here is my own list of "It's okay to..."
It's okay...

To not super size your meal, or choose the larger size, at any fast food place.

To not send Christmas cards.
(However, it is a nice touch. I love Christmas cards, and am not decrying them).

To send a Merry Christmas text, instead of a Christmas card. But only if you know the person pretty well, and you know that they will not be offended at your two-second text.

To not wear makeup.

To do what you want, on new year's eve.

To be gravely annoyed at any Christmas music, in any store.

To eat Cheetos in the car. While driving.

Fashion note: I have seen a lot of boots lately.
Boots are great, except not when everyone wears them at once. I feel strongly about this.

New and SERIOUS topic:
I do not know what can be said about the school shootings in Connecticut.
The link will take you to a story from the Hartford Courant. It talks about some of the victims.

I do think that two things are important: if you are concerned about this event, you should find out as much as you can about it on your own. It's better to be informed and educated, than not to be so. There has been a flurry of reporting, and some reporters and news shows seem to have gotten off track.
My suggestion regarding this matter is: do your best to find out what you want to know, on your own.

And, despite the fact that so many people--including children--lost their lives, everyone involved, including parents and close relatives of the children, needs to move on with their lives as quickly as possible. That is how they will best honor the victims.

Stay Christmas-y,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Before the start of the Dallas Marathon 2012.
Bright and early

The End.

"The Cream Shirt Is A Great Choice, And Thank Goodness You Bought A Paleta De Tamarindo!"

Hello all,


I know this is not a very good picture. It is the best I could do.

The girl in the picture was speaking loudly on her speakerphone. The incident took place in an airport lounge, where I was, recently.
Yes, I understand if you need to talk on the phone, but not on speakerphone in a public place. She was asked to turn it down, and she did so, but did not say anything.
Since she was discussing her clothing choices, and a popsicle that she bought for someone (a paleta), I wanted to turn around and say: "I think the cream shirt is a great choice, and thank goodness you bought a paleta de tamarindo."
Just to try and shut her up.

A picture I took recently in Dallas. Considering I took it from my car, I'm surprised it turned out so well.

Fancy a ride?

The End.

stay devoted,
Alice

Or, North Dallas Homegirl

No, You Cannot Use My Rewards Card

A woman asked recently outside the Tom Thumb gas station if she could use my "Rewards" Card. The card is part of the store's Rewards program.
It is also a grocery store.

I said no, prompting her to call me a terrible name.

By giving her my Rewards card, she would have gotten my phone number. No way was she going to get that!

View this link for Blue October.
They were in town recently. I have seen them twice, the first time was at a small bar in San Angelo, tx, and they were great.
Many moons ago.

Thank you.
Alice
north dallas homegirl

The End

It Only Comes Once A Year!

Enjoy the picture of pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving Day.

The end.
Alice
As always, north dallas homegirl

Thank you for your ongoing readership!

"Every Day We Go To Work And Develop Acquaintances We Try To Pass Off As Friends..." And, It Is A Sad Day, Without Twinkies.

Hello:

There was an opinion piece that I wanted to share. The Dallas Morning News is very picky about displaying certain articles online to subscribers only.
So instead, you are getting me talking about the piece.

From today's Dallas Morning News:
"Are we capable of true friendship anymore?" By David L. McClure.
Here is the brief headline, shown on the Dallas Morning News web site.
"Every day we go to work and develop acquaintances we try to pass off as friends. In reality, they are nothing of the sort."

In a nutshell, McClure states that many in our society are losing the meaning of "true" friendship. He states that we tend to call people friends, when they really do not fit the definition, or have any requirements of being a friend. We are awash in a sea of acquaintances we call friends.

I am not commenting, except to give you some of the article.
Here is the almost last paragraph of the Opinion piece: "Who do you think your friends are, really? Stop what you're doing, right now, and call them. Ask them to meet you for lunch or set up a time to go to a movie or go work out together. Then, while you're eating that burger at the Butcher Shoppe in downtown Plano or while you're lifting weights at 24 Hour Fitness or watching the previews at Cinemark Legacy, ask that person how he or she is doing--really doing--and listen."

The Twinkie--that delectable treat--is going to be gone.
When I was younger (as in Elementary School), I was told that a Twinkie would clog your arteries for 25 years. There are many things that could potentially cause hardening of the arteries even more or about the same as a Twinkie would. However, that is not the point.
The crucial point is now, that they are gone for good. And, that 18,500 people will lose their jobs.

The Hostess company is based in Irving, TX.

I did try to buy some Twinkies today, and was told, "everyone hoarded them yesterday."



To all of this: Lovely, Just Lovely.
Yes, it is a very sad day, in America.

Goodbye,
Alice

North Dallas Homegirl
the end

"These Pigs Wanna Blow My House Down, Head Underground, To The Next Town."

Hello:
The lyric above is from Cypress Hill.
More specifically, it is from the song (a 1993 song!) described below.
I was listening to Cypress Hill's "Insane In The Brain" (Watch it here) because it came on the radio, about a couple of days ago.
And, I had a wonder-filled--almost--moment of awe, where I asked, are the kids still listening to this?

(Disclaimer: I am not advocating any disrespect to police officers).

Read the lyrics. They are from Metro Lyrics.

I watched a little bit of Emily Owens, MD.

This is how it worked out: I said I would watch it for silly reasons, and I did.

Keep it simple, please.
The End

Alice
Or
North Dallas Homegirl.

A Spare Priest, To All Quinceaneras: Por Favor!, And Spare Me The Resort Details

Hello all:

Recently, I was at church.
I glanced to the side of the main stage, (that is not really what it's called--how about collective religious area ) and there was a priest sitting nonchalantly in a pew. He looked a little bored. Or a lot bored.
How convenient, I thought.
It's a Spare Priest!

Later on in the mass, he actually did something, leading me to believe he was not, in fact, a Spare Priest.

Moving on: I have seen many quinceanera dresses lately that are nothing less than horrors.
(For those who are Mexi-CAN'T and not Mexi-CAN, "quinceanera" describes an event held in honor of a girl who is turning 15. A coming-of-age deal).
Back to the dress.
I have seen a dress that was almost neon orange, two dresses that were a sickly pink, and a dress whose bottom half was made of gold and black splotches. All four of these dresses contained millions of ruffles. I understand that some people like ruffles, but let's not go overboard.
I literally felt sorry for a couple of the girls who were wearing these dresses. Ladies, (Amigas), just remember that it is possible to pick a classy quinceanera dress, without being completely tacky. If nothing else, go shopping for an evening gown--then call it your "quinceanera" dress.

Moving on again: I received a letter in the mail, based on a contest I entered, stating that I had won either--$49,000, a new Mercedes, BMW, or Porsche, a 1,500 shopping spree, a 5-day and 4 night Exotic Island Adventure, OR 500.00 Cash. When I filled out the contest form, there was a brand new Camaro that I was told would be given away--much different from any of the cars listed.
When I called the 800 number to ask about my prize, I was told I would have to go to a resort in Flint, Texas to find out which prize I received. I was told, if I wanted, I could take a 90-minute tour, when I was there!
After careful consideration, I did not talk much longer to the person on the phone.
The company that is doing this is called AVC Travel, of North Richland Hills, Texas. They do not have a web site.

Keep It Simple.
Goodbye.
Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

I took this picture outside of a building at Fair Park. During the state fair. The plaque is honoring women who contributed during the Civil War. It actually is an interesting plaque, and talks about the great effort made by women in diverse occupations.
The reason I took the picture is because of the middle paragraph.
It states the words, "man's work." I don't know if you can tell, but I tried to hone in on those words.

It reminded me that, I am sure these words are still used by many people!

The End.

Are You Supposed To Spray Your Head? A Site To Honor Big Tex, And What Was That Leaf Blower Doing?

Hello
In the bathroom of a bar that adjoins to a major concert venue, I tried to use the soap. The automatic dispenser was located ABOVE eye level.
When the soap shot out, it made a sort of parabola. If I was standing in the right spot, it would have reached my head.
I was thinking, or am now thinking, are you supposed to place the soap on your head?

Lovely. Just lovely.

Here is a site to honor Big Tex. It was started by Avery.

I know that is not very much information, but, if you click on the facebook page you will find out more.
As you may know, the towering cowboy burned recently, at the state fair of texas.

I see many landscaping professionals using leaf blowers in Dallas. (Buy One Here). The problem is that most of the time, they are not blowing leaves.
One day I saw a leaf-blower user blowing away flowers on the sidewalk.
I have a feeling these machines are overrated.

Most of the time, they are just blowing air onto the sidewalk.
If you want more details on obtaining a leaf blower, click here.

Thank you for reading the blog.
Alice

Or
North Dallas Homegirl

And here is one more picture of Big Tex.
Since you love him so much.


The End

Kimbra, I Am Jealous Of Your Bangs

Hello, hello.

Here is a link to a Rolling Stone story about Kimbra. I decided to post it because it is well-written. And I am re-capping some of the people I have talked about.

I blogged about her a few months back.
Kimbra is a chick whose bangs I am jealous of.

THE END
I reckon there oughtta be a big Big Tex thank you to all you folks who've been reading.

Alice
North
Dallas
Homegirl

Big Tex, Rest In Peace, Always

Hi There

New and improved:
In case you haven't heard, Big Tex, the icon of the state fair of texas has suffered.

Here is what happened.

If you checked earlier, the link should be working now.

Here he is in happier times.


Goodbye.
Alice
North
Dallas
Homegirl

Would A Doctor Run And Hide? And, Want Some Grunting With That Newspaper?

Hello, hello.

There is a show, that I watched, called Emily Owens, MD. (See the pilot here).
I am not sure if a first-year surgery resident would really go and hide, eating chocolate, if she was having a "bad day." (I don't think she would be able to). That is what the character played by Mamie Gummer does. Her picture is below.


She is the daughter of Meryl Streep.

Here they both are:

I will probably watch it again for silly reasons.

I was in Whataburger. Even though there are many references, it is not my favorite place.
A couple was there. They were probably in their 60s, and both reading the morning paper. They were driving a green Volkswagen.
It took me a little while to realize this was really happening: While the man made comments about what was in the paper (it mostly sounded like grunting), the woman did the crossword. Silently!
It seemed to be a routine for them.

The End
Thanks for reading the blog.
Alice
North
Dallas
Homegirl

A Cowboy, Glasses, And What's Hot And What's Not: Completely Unscreened

Hello

This cowboy

works at the State Fair. He helps to direct traffic and serves as an Information Specialist (well, that is what I call it). Even though there are thousands of cars that pass by every day, he is nice to everyone. It can be a challenge. (I do not know his name).
Big Tex would be pleased.

I was wearing my glasses while walking earlier. Just walking outside briefly.
My glasses are big and clunky.
Everyone looks slightly blurry, when I have them on--just a little drawback.
I saw a neighbor coming down the street. My first thought was, "is she going to make fun of my glasses?" I don't know why the self-consciousness was there.
Just lovely.

A continuing and not necessarily ending segment, What's Hot/Not:
What's Hot:
Going to the movies
Looking up directions before you leave the house or apt.(Or, using your phone if you must).

What's Not:
Over-texting pretty much anyone (These are some quick rules. I'm sure that more exist).

Not tipping at any place or during any activity that requires a tip. (Again, some rules of etiquette. However, I just found them. You may find a better site).

Ads that state they offer "Part Time" work for "students," and then state that they are for customer service or telemarketing.

Goodbye,

Thank you for reading the blog.

Alice
North
Dallas
Homegirl

Write By Night, And "Can You Do Me A Favor? I Need a Jumper Cable."

Since I have proof there are at least SOME writers that read this blog, there is a helpful site called Write By Night.
They are located in Austin, Texas. While it's confusing to figure out EXACTLY what they do...
it looks like they provide a bunch of services for writers, such as coaching, mentoring, and other things. I like the idea of writing by night, since that is what a lot of people do.

I do know that you can subscribe to their newsletter, and to their blog. And, I found them on Linked In.

The other day while at Whataburger in the morning, a man approached me and said in broken english, while he waved around jumper cables, "Can you do me a favor? I need a jumper cable?" He happened to be asian. He actually meant, "a jump," because he already had the jumper cables!

In any case, I said no, because I had to go to class.
And, who knows how long it would have taken to give him a jump?
He seemed annoyed, and I felt like he assumed I was going to say yes.
In some cases, I would not mind, but this time it was a no.

A picture from main street garden in downtown Dallas.


The End.

Thank you for reading.

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

Subdural Hematoma And, "Stuck Here. Even A Penny Will Help" And State Fair Photo

Hi and Welcome:
I hit my head on the outside rearview mirror the other day. I was standing up after putting air in my tires. I thought I was going to get a subdural hematoma.
But I did not, because I am still alive.

Recently I saw a man standing on the corner along the access road to 635. His sign read, in big block letters, "Stuck Here. Even A Penny Will Help."
He was maybe in his 40s, with graying hair and a moustache. It was early afternoon.
I decided to give him a dollar, and as soon as I stuck my hand out of the car, the light changed.
I did get to give it to him.
But I never found out why he is "stuck here."

Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey got into a fight. It was during an American Idol taping.
(Link is from the Seattle Post-Intelligencer).
Oh, no.

A State Fair picture of Big Tex.


THE END

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

Craigslist, And Ladies, Let's Get It Together. Do Not Look Like Your Major Plans Are A Slumber Party

I have been selling something on Craigslist.

I recall when Craigslist first came out.

What an awe-inspiring experience. You could look for jobs AND buy stuff.
It was a tiny bit ugly, but so simple.
Without going through a litany of Craigslists' troubles, and the disturbing elements, I will say that it has evolved.
There is even a segment on one of the late shows called The Best Of Craigslist.

I am astounded at some of the categories that now exist.

Sadly misguided:
Witnessed recently: polka dot pajama pants at Target, and black leggings with a long tank top! Also, halter tops that made no sense.

Ladies, let's get it together. There is no excuse for dressing like you are too lazy to think of something to wear.
Nor, for looking like you are going to a slumber party.

Now,
More Demi Lovato news: She is from Dallas, however her parents have a home listed in Colleyville, TX. I have found out she is bipolar. Not sure how I feel about it.

The End.
It's bittersweet,
Alice (North Dallas Homegirl)

Here is a photo taken downtown. I am not sure of the name of the building. I was trying to get a unique view. I believe it is at Main and Harwood.

Three Times A Day: Insane Courage

What could you do with Insane Courage 3 times a day?

I got this from an e-mail received from The Goals Guy. So, definitely not original.
But I did want to share the message.

THE END.

Thank you for reading.
Alice
north
dallas
homegirl

TMZ, What's Hot And What's Not, And What Are You Waiting For? Watch The Mob Doctor

Hello:

I am not a big fan of TMZ. I am referring to the tv show. It is designed and executed for people with minimal attention spans. I do not need to hear what a TMZ correspondent thinks of an actor's dumb qualities five times. That is what I heard the other day.

new topic:
Now, here's a preview. Completely spontaneous, as usual! I do not even know what I am going to write.

What's Hot:

Granada Theater Wednesday Night Movies. They are free.

The Mob Doctor It's there. You might as well watch.

What's Not:
Amanda Bynes

And
Demi Lovato. (I know she is a homegirl from Dallas).

THE END. Have a nice Sunday.

Alice
truly north dallas homegirl

"This Trick Turns Women Utterly Under Your Control", Too Much Cheese Is Not a Bad Thing, And No Such Thing As A Free Lunch

Hi and welcome,

I received a spam e-mail that stated:
"This trick turns women utterly under your control - and both of us know that chicks love to think they're in control, so the trick I'm about to share can NEVER EVER be shown to any girl you aren't using it on." A video followed which explained the trick.

What?
We chicks love to think we're in control but are too DUMB to know when we're really not in control.
Did I let the cat out of the bag about the trick?

Here is a photo taken at Richland College. It is being added for no other reason than I like it.

There were three packages of "Happy Farms" Muenster Cheese in the refrigerator today. How much cheese can one household eat?

A separate topic:
There is no such thing as a free lunch. Do not forget this.

Thank you for reading.

The End
Alice

North
Dallas
Homegirl

Tom Thumb Mishap and "Sidewalk Social Scientist, Don't Get No Satisfaction From Your Cigarette"

Hiya!

The great cake mishap.

I visited Tom Thumb recently. It was in the evening, about 6:30 p.m.
It was my mom's birthday, and I very much wanted someone to write on the cake. Pretty much I wanted a standard Happy Birthday message.
Nobody was in the bakery area (that's acceptable, in the evening).

I went to the Deli and asked for someone who could write on a cake. The Deli employee called for assistance.
A few minutes passed, and no one came. It was long enough for me to start wondering, "where is everybody?"
Afterward, I went to the Deli once again and asked a different employee if anyone was even in the store who could write on the cake.
The short story: this employee came over to the bakery area. For some reason, he gave us the supplies, and a relative of mine, who wishes to remain anonymous, and I wrote on the cake ourselves. Who knew we could do it. I have never decorated a cake.
Here it is.

As we were walking away, a manager (I think!) who had been paged earlier, came over.
"Do you guys need some help?"
I said, "We did!" Then added, "We did it ourselves!"


A lyric from the song "11:59" by Blondie. I thought she was saying, "Sidewalk Social Scientist Don't Get No Satisfaction," however, she is actually saying:

"Sidewalk Social Scientist
Don't Get No Satisfaction From Your Cigarette"

I am including it because I like how Blondie philosophizes (By Blondie I mean Deborah Harry--even though the whole band is Blondie).
Even though she is not saying what I thought she said.

Here is an Obama button from 2008. Can you believe it?

Goodbye. Thank you for reading.
(The End).
Alice

North Dallas Homegirl

I've Got Moves You've Never Seen

I am re posting a video. It was one of the most popular posts. That is why I am re posting it. Some firefighters in Newport decided to dance to Soulja Boy in front of their fire truck.     



It is definitely one of the more popular posts.

The title is a reference to the movie My Best Friend's Wedding, in which Julia Roberts states, "I've got moves you've never seen!"

The End!

Alice
or
North
Dallas
Homegirl   

"This S*** Writes Itself" And, A Quote Vital To Your Existence

Hi:
I saw a man at the Labor Day 5k and 15k wearing this shirt.

In case you cannot read it, there is a picture of William Shakespeare with the words "This S*** Writes Itself"
I took the picture against the sun, but I had little choice because I'm not good at directing people to move when I'm taking spontaneous photos.

Before I took the picture, his wife (at least I believe that's who it was) said, "I can't believe he wears it in public." No wife, it's great.

Here is a very useful quote from R. Buckminster Fuller, an architect, inventor, systems theorist, and also an author.

"I look for what needs to be done ... After all, that's how the universe designs itself."

Here he is.


Bye, and The End.
Alice
(North
Dallas
Homegirl)

H+M Photo, Man With His Hands In His Pants, And Still Digging Regina Spektor

Hello to all,
Here is a picture of people waiting in line at H+M on tax free weekend.

I also heard someone say to a companion, as they were walking out of the store, "It was almost like being in New York, and shopping there."

While I do like H+M, I fail to see the comparison!

Moving on.
I saw a guy at Richland College, standing around with his hands in his shorts.
I guess he needed a place for his hands. These were gym shorts.
I also guess, that this is the new casual way to stand?

I am still digging Regina Spektor. I have been a fan since 2006.
The tracks, #1 and #3, on the (new) album What We Saw From The Cheap Seats, which are: Small Town Moon, and Don't Leave Me (Ne Me Quitte Pas), are my favorites.

Here are two pictures.

The picture is an image of her first album cover.


Goodbye, and have a good afternoon,

Alice
north dallas homegirl


Also, I heard a song while at Whataburger. The chorus is, "Crazy Women Are Made By Crazy Men." I looked it up, and the song is by LeAnn Rimes.
Isn't she a little bit crazy?

Now with 1 percent of the content edited by a superior editor.

Don't Switch Horses Midstream, Sounding Like A Suburban B****, And Well, Random Photos

This is a photo of the car that was left running at Starbucks:

It is the car nearest the front. A dark SUV.

Here is a wonderful phrase. A relative of mine told me recently. I laughed: "No debes cambiar de caballo a la mitad del rio."
The translation is: Don't Switch Horses Midstream.
Stick to Your Plan.
Don't Give Up.

And, speaking of Starbucks (Here we go again), a "barista" recently called out my drink order while I was there. However, the whipped cream that I already had requested was not there. The short story is that I politely reminded her of the whipped cream. She--maybe in her mid 20s--gave me a dirty look. I realized that when I asked for the whipped cream, I must have sounded like a suburban b****. Which OF course, warrants a dirty look and then being nasty.
(I am not currently living in the suburbs, however, I do have roots).
The partial summation is: Don't Mess With My Whipped Cream.

In total summation, this can be a good thing.

I visited H+M, on tax-free weekend. It was at Northpark Mall. There was actually a long line for the dressing room. C'mon people, it's only H+M !

I tried to take some close-up pictures of accessories. This one is neat, I thought, but also includes the price of the accessories.

And:


Goodbye. Thanks for reading,

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

I'm Just Going To Grab A Frappuccino, Real Quick

The picture above is from a duathalon recently in Dallas. As you can see, there was free watermelon.

I saw some coffee-goers who left their car running while at Starbucks. I do not like saying "OMG," therefore I will just say... that it is a REALLY bad idea.
The car, a nice SUV, was left by itself for a good 5 minutes. I am still trying to sort through the experience.

Goodbye,
Alice
North dallas homegirl. Now with 50 percent more.

"Our Technicians Pay Taxes Just like You Do." And, Everything Is Like A Story Problem.

Hello and good evening:

Recently I received a mailer from the nail salon Polished.
In the mailer, it states: "Our technicians pay taxes just like you do."
Also, I checked out their web site.
One comment states that their front-of-house staff will be "exclusively speaking English," while another statement says that employees "speak only English in client areas."
I am all for participating in the American economy. However, this sounds like anti-immigrant spouting to me. Are Asian workers who don't speak English not "polished" enough for Polished?
I will continue to go to another salon, where 'Betty,' (this is not her real name), who probably does not pay taxes, will hopefully provide her services.

Also, I was at Chick-Fil-A recently. I requested a small drink, but I really meant medium. When I told the employee this, she gave me the larger drink. I had already paid, so I asked her how much more it was for the medium drink.
It became awkward. She acted like it was no problem to give me the larger drink, and pretended to be surprised that I even asked. Having just come from a physics test (this was like a story problem--isn't everything?) I told her, "You guys are losing money. But if you say it's okay, then that's fine."
Not that it's a bad thing for Chick-Fil-A to lose money right now.

I bought a Jewel CD. It was $5 at Wal-Mart. I was surprised to see it in this bin. But, I was of course glad to get the bargain.

Goodbye.
Stay HUNGRY and stay foolish. (Credit to Steve Jobs).
The End.

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

"How do you like me now" And "You Have Nothing To Fear But Fear Itself"

Hello,

I was in Whataburger recently.

This was an a.m. visit and my sandwich was pissing me off. A little.

The song that was playing was How Do You Like Me Now, which is by Toby Keith.

Anyway, this is such a perfect Whataburger song.

Goodbye.
Alice
(n.d.h.)

You have nothing to fear but fear itself!

Staples Rewards, And "Nothin' DUMBER Than A Hummer."

Hello, and greetings,

On my Staples "Rewards" Card, it said, Permanent Member of the Rewards Club.

I glanced at it in the store the other day. For a brief moment, it made me feel good to have a sense of permanence about something. Yes, I am a permanent member. at least Staples loves me!

I saw the bumper sticker in a parking lot recently. Ignore the comment on the sticker at the top, which states, "Non-Violence: Weapon of Mass Compassion."
It was hard to isolate the sticker on the bottom with my iPhone.

Instead, look at the bottom statement: "Nothin' DUMBER than a HUMMER."

If you have not procured this already from my previous blog posts, I completely agree.

I am still groovin to Faux Fox, who are from Dallas, and bizarrely cool.
The CD about which I refer is from 2008. I am anxious to hear something new from them (too anxious, if there is such a thing). Click here to see a review of the very CD, dated Sept. 4, 2008 in the Dallas Observer.

Goodbye.
The End,
Alice

(North Dallas Homegirl)

"God Bless You" And "It's One Of Those Fridays."

Dear all,
I overheard a girl say, today, "It's one of those Fridays." It was said by a receptionist to a person she was helping.
The woman she was talking to, who was maybe in her 30s, said, "I know. I had one of those Thursdays."
I was thinking, isn't the phrase supposed to be, "One Of Those Mondays." Or simply, "One of those days."

I am all for keeping Monday as the only terrible day of the week.

The stories never end.
One day recently I was in Parkland Hospital. Near the pharmacy, there was a man at a table with a sign that read, "Pray for You," or maybe "I Will Pray For You."

He was praying with a woman when I snapped the action shot. Although it is not the best photo--too much sunlight--I hope that you get the idea.

I wonder what they were praying about.
A few minutes later, I went up to the table to take one of the brochures the man had. He had a friend with him this time, also prayerful. The man in black gave me 2 extra brochures, then said "God Bless You."

While I'm at it, here is another image outside Parkland. It is of an "I Stand For Parkland" sign which is near the hospital:

There is no reason to post it other than I like how it turned out.

So, on to:
I do not mention large national current events, unless I have to.
In Very Unfortunately Unremarkable News, there was a shooting today in Aurora, Colorado

Goodbye.

Sincerely,
Alice
(North Dallas Homegirl. Also, the photo at the top of the page was taken by me about 8 p.m. Lovely. Just Lovely.)

"What's Up? I Need A F****** Job."

Greetings:

While in an anonymous hospital cafeteria one morning (that's where I hang out), I overheard a woman nearby, who was on the phone.

"What's up?? I need a f****** job," she said.
From a quick glance I surmised that the woman had large arms and at least one tattoo.
And, she used the phrase "homeboy" easily.

Nevermind my dismay. Regarding the job, I am wondering if her tactic worked?

(I am enjoying Florence + The Machine. Only on the radio. Especially the song Dog Days Are Over. I know it is old.)

Goodbye. May you "heart" things. I don't know what that means,
Alice

(north dallas homegirl)

If You Are In The Depths Of Despair Check Out This Blog

If you are in the depths of despair when it comes to writing, check out the guest blog I wrote on Gloria's blog. Posted yesterday. And please keep reading her blog.

As you can see I have added ads to my blog.

I found someone's credit card. Hmmm?
Lucky?

Goodnight.
Alice
(north dallas homegirl)

I Thought Runners Had Class. And, Kourtney Kardashian Gives Scott A Love Bracelet. Huh.

Hello and Greetings:
While at a run earlier this week, (The Flagpole 8k in Dallas), a woman tried to pass me.
Upon realizing that I was speeding up, she began laughing.
Hot pink skirt and all.
Then when I sped up even more, she laughed in a grotesque, maniacal way and passed me.
I thought most runners had class.

Close to last weekend, I watched an episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians.

Kourtney Kardashian

This was the best picture of Scott Disick I could find. Believe it or not, he is also a model! Thus the excited expresssion. I tried to find a good picture of them together, but it is not possible.

Since the highlight of the episode seemed to be Kourtney Kardashian giving boyfriend Scott Disick a love bracelet--Huh?--I don't think I'll be heavily watching in the future. When Kourtney wasn't sacrificing her every belief to hand over the love bracelet, viewers were watching her whiny expressions.

I saw a coupon for contact lenses that stated: Hurry! Offer ends 10-31-12.

Yes, do hurry! Only three and a half months left.

Perhaps some music-related news in the future.

The End.
Have a great Saturday,
Alice
(North Dallas Homegirl)

North Dallas Homegirl celebrated 5 years of blogging in June.

Anderson Cooper Keeps Himself Honest and Keira Knightley: "Seriously Unwound."

Dear all,
I guess no more mentions of Anderson Cooper's cute butt. (And, this was only mentioned because it was found accidentally on the internet. honestly). He is gay. And, there is not much to comment on. (While I am slightly distraught).
Of course he is still a great journalist and reporter.

I read a review by Mark Holcomb in the Dallas Observer of the movie Seeking A Friend For The End Of The World.
Needless to say, I loved it; it would be on a north dallas homegirl What's Hot list. (Please read it!)


In the review, he calls Keira Knightley "seriously unwound" as a perky neighbor.
Very disturbing, Keira.

No fashion mistakes to report on.

May you have firework after firework tomorrow.

Alice
North Dallas Homegirl

Choose Your Currency Preference, and Why Was Bethenny Getting Friendly With Coco's Booty?

Hi all,
I filled out an online application recently.
One of the questions was, choose the form of currency you would like to get paid in.
Hello...
I viewed the choices, then scrolled down to the appropriate choice, US dollars.

I am not sure if online applications really give a voice to the jobless.
And, Sister! I would just like to get paid.

New topic.
Bethenny is very skinny. Bethenny has a tv show. Bethenny is annoying.
I know of Bethenny because I saw that she tried to drink a glass of vodka, I believe, off of Coco's butt. The day Coco visited on her show, she did get very, uh, friendly with Coco's booty.

That day Coco discussed her bikini booty tips.
I am not sure if I trust Coco's bikini booty tips.
Nobody should, unless they want their booty to be that big.

New Edition made an appearance in Dallas this past Friday. I have missed the boat in informing you of their awesome resurgence (Who doesn't like "Cool It Now"?).
However, if you want to drive to Little Rock, you can see them at the Verizon Arena. Or, catch them in the Motor City's Chene Park on August 1.
Cool it, now.


Goodbye. Happy July 1.
Alice

(North Dallas Homegirl)
We have our best people working on the links from the previous blog.

"Matthew Fox Is Hotter Than Lava" And, Do Not Negatively Affect Your Job Search

Hello, and Good Afternoon,

The other day I was making fun of Matthew Fox. (Mostly commenting that he has not been in anything lately!)
I am familiar with him mostly due to the TV Show Party of Five. Of course, I was a devoted fan. He has also been on the show Lost.
A friend, who implied that Matthew Fox is still hugely great...but was joking, said "Matthew Fox is hotter than lava."

Enough said.

On the front lines: I am planning / would like to get more competitive with jobs. It is a girl, or female trait to be agreeable, not to stir things up. This can negatively affect your job search.

I am realizing there are things I wish I would have learned 14 years ago when it comes to job searching.


Music News: none right now.

The End.
Alice
north dallas homegirl.

Stay tuned for a collection of stories. I hope it takes the form of an E-book. (not related to the blog).

Also, I watched the first episode of DALLAS, which aired recently, and it was okay. Enough said.

Life Is Short, Eat Dessert First. And "You're So Polite, You Remind Us Of My Grandmother and Her Aunt."

Hello and Good Afternoon,

While at White Rock Lake this past weekend, I talked to a guy named Roderick. He is a skinny guy with glasses, who looks like he runs. Beside Roderick was a pillow that states, "Life is Short, Eat Dessert First."
Roderick, who is in his 60s and retired, sits near a tree at White Rock Lake. He gives Free Advice and has been doing so for 17 years. Another man named Neil also gives free advice. Some of it is serious and some, not so serious.
A few seconds after I walked up, Roderick said, "You're so polite. We were just talking about my grandmother and her aunt," he gestured to a woman cyclist and fellow advice recipient sitting nearby. "You remind us of them."

It was a sudden compliment. I didn't know whether to be happy, sad or confused. I remain the first and the third options.
I was impressed that he likes to spend his time--hours on end--offering advice to strangers, for apparently no reason at all.

During our brief conversation, Roderick told me that his aunt once dated Ronald Reagan. At the time, she ended up breaking up with him, because he was "not fun enough."

At one point a cyclist rode by near Roderick.
"When is the end of the world?" He shouted, a bit sarcastically. Roderick casually smiled and ignored him. I was thinking to myself: he gets this all the time.

New topic: can a negative experience also be gratifying? I have wanted to write this comment earlier... earlier as in last Tuesday. Because... dear readers... I had a negative experience last week, but it was also gratifying.
Usually for me, it is completely the opposite.

The End.
Have a great day.
Alice
north dallas homegirl
I will be doing a guest blog for my friend Gloria's blog soon.

Is It Okay To Say, "My Life Back" When 'The Wife' Asks What You Want For Breakfast?

Hello.

I was listening to 102.1 FM today.
One of those little snippets came on, between songs, and a voice said:
"GOOD TO KNOW: When 'the wife' asks you what you want for breakfast, my life back isn't the correct answer."

Oh ha ha ha -- I think.

If that is really the situation, I think you need to say, "I want a divorce."



Listening to: NPR.
The End.
Alice
"north dallas homegirl"


"Action Is The Foundational Key To All Success."

Said by Pablo Picasso.

Dr. McB**** Takes Over The Airwaves

Hello,

I was watching the show Nurse Jackie with a friend.
It stars Edie Falco.

At one point a cranky doctor came on the series.
The friend said, "there is Dr. Mc B****"

Also this was a reference to Grey's Anatomy.
A little while later, the doctor was on the phone and said the word B****
So I said, Dr. McB**** just said the word B****.
I don't know why it was funny. It just was.


Also, can you be a nationally certified resume writer? If so, do you take intense classes on resume writing?

Goodbye,

Alice
("north dallas homegirl", affectionately)

This Is A True Photo From 7-11. And, "We're Not Paramedics, We're EMS." Huh?

Hi mateys,

Witness this photo I took in the window of an area 7-11.

This is not a very good deal.
It does not indicate on the poster how much the coffee drink is. If the coffee drink is $10, the 50 cents off is not a Sweet Deal.
I am a fan of good deals, but this is just a silly poster.

Next.
I was at Brookhaven College. I was trying to locate someone to ask about their paramedic program. I encountered two students. One was male. I asked them where there was an office where I could get some info.
(I did get to find an office--but first...)
The male student said, "We're not paramedics, we're EMS." EMS as in Emergency Medical Services? Huh?
Lovely.
Just Lovely.

Goodbye.
TGIF ?

Alice

north dallas homegirl

Now, Even More Accessible.

I heard the song Freak Me Baby, by Silk the other day. (This link is only the song, set to a picture of Silk. Not as exciting as the real video, but I could not find the video). It is eerie to hear a song you have not heard in 15 years. If you are freakin' dying to hear Silk, check out 105.7 FM.

I am a huge fan of Regina Spektor. At the risk of sounding like a boring fan, I can't wait to hear her new album.
The End.

DALLAS Haunts You. So Does Jesse Metcalfe. And, Personal Space. Check Into It.

Dear all,

Here is a possible fun sequence:
You turn on the television at 7:59 tonight. You turn to TNT.
By Golly, it's Jesse Metcalfe and he's spouting phrases about oil.
Here is poster for the series.

Welcome to DALLAS. See a video at the link.

The main components I remember from the original DALLAS series are: big hair, glamorous people, and it was something I wasn't "supposed" to watch.
The new show has big bangs to fill and--in my opinion--high-as-Reunion-Tower expectations. I doubt it will live up.

Oh, also, I heard a voice on 102.9 FM today--her name was Tara-- discussing how the "oil scene" is "Very hot. Very hot." I hope they didn't use the same oil we put in our cars.

Music "brief": The Stone Roses, a group I have mentioned in the past, did not play an encore performance that was requested recently in Amsterdam.

New topic. A while back I blogged about this: I again was having the experience today of people being too closey-closey.
If it happens when I am in the grocery store, I plan to have a good phrase handy, such as,

"Personal Space. Check Into It."

The End.
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Step 1. Go to dating website. Step 2. See Happy People With Kindred Eyes And Perfect Lighting. 3. Amazingly find perfect dates.
After discussing dating websites with someone, I realized many are too funny to not mention.

Check out these cool shoes, which I noticed on the Richland College campus. A guy named Six was wearing the shoes. While I was taking the picture, one of his friends commented, "he is really happy right now."

Update To What's Hot, What's Not, and "I Challenge The Queen."

Dear all,

After further contemplation I have decided to add an addendum to the What's Hot and What's Not list:
What's Hot: Science and being a science geek in any way
Kimbra
Free ice cream anywhere, including at Jason's Deli
Not giving up
Reading an actual book
Dave Eggers
Small towns, if there is a reason for you to go there
Google Maps


What's Not: Hummers
Tank Tops With An Unmatching Bra
Looking like you tried too hard when you dressed up
The freezer
Having too many Pick-up trucks in Dallas (Includes any make or model)

My mom and I and one other person were having a discussion about how Queen Elizabeth, who is celebrating 60 years as queen, supposedly rides her horse 3 times a week. Then my mom said, "I challenge the queen to run a marathon."

What'll it be, queenie?

Have a Monday,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

The other day I posted about a t-shirt that states, "Strong is the New Skinny." The site that I mentioned in my last post is not the only place to buy the shirt.
To see Strong Is The New Skinny on facebook, click on the link. The End...

Trying To Avoid College-y Conversations. And What's Hot, What's Not

Hello all,

In my class I just started recently:
Most people are college-aged, some from different universities. During a period of down-time, everyone started chatting, some were discussing what schools they are from, some were talking about summer plans, and also other things. I am much older than these folk.
It is very interesting that college-age people have their own mannerisms, their own selection of topics to be united about, their own almost everything. I just think this is important to note!
Summing it up, I sometimes try to stay out of these conversations. If I discuss my life history with someone who is currently in college, I try to keep it very general, so as not to have an awkward conversation or maybe so I don't have to reveal that I'm not in college for the first time. Yes ... ease and simplicity works.

I have an amazing ability to blend in and appear 25, which has served me well.
I do have gray hair. It is usually not noticed, or ignored. (I had gray hair at 24, if you must know) I would be way more uncomfortable in the classes I am currently taking if I did not have this ability to blend.
I'm glad to be 35, but thinking I'm younger is not a crime.

In honor of a book I am reading by Dave Eggers, A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius, which includes a brief What's Hot/What's Not list, here is my completely spontaneous list of What's Hot, and What's Not

What's Hot: Going to the YMCA or gym at your college, apartment, or workplace
Coupons and lobbying for your consumer rights
This blog
Water at 212 F
Anderson Cooper, but not his daytime TV Show
Strong Is The New Skinny T-shirts


What's Not:
Complaining about your facebook app when you are on a plane (I have heard this).
Other blogs
Fitness Clubs
Carly Rae Jepsen
Sweatpants, almost any time unless you are a mom

No music news.

The End.
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Musings From 30,000 Feet. And, Pizza Patron No Me Agrado

(Translation: Pizza Patron No Me Agrado means I Did Not Like Pizza Patron)

Hello,

While on a recent flight, I had a flight attendant named Jerry. (The best photo I could take).

During a morning flight, Jerry was lighthearted and jovial. He informed us that we were going to get "ham, eggs, and bacon," and then said, "Not really!"
I applauded his effort to mix it up and to make the flight more "fun."
But, simultaneously it was disturbing.

The ham and eggs joke was more acceptable than telling us what to do "should our flight turn into a cruise."

Near Montfort and Alpha Roads in Dallas, there is a mini grocery store called Mundo Latino. Their number is (972) 392-2145, if you need any groceries.

It caters mostly to Latinos (it has almost all Latino products), however, I talked to someone who is most likely the owner or operator, and he is from Pakistan.
I heard him speaking Spanish to some customers, and then when I asked him about it, he said, "I used to know more."
The whole Mundo Latino experience was quite interesting.


Music "News": I heard Beyonce's To The Left. Well, it is actually called Irreplaceable. A little silly, but I can't help singing along. I do not know why.

Have A Great Night, & The End,

Alice
north dallas homegirl

Here is a picture from Pizza Patron. (It is near Montfort and Alpha Roads, in Dallas). The line is extending halfway around the store because today, if you ordered in Spanish, you got a free pizza.

This is fine if you do not have to wait an hour and a half. That is what we calculated our wait would be. So we went to Pizza Hut instead.

Siri, Help Me! She Is Speaking Japanese. What Do I Do? And, Wocka Flocka Flame

Hello all,

I am not a big fan of Siri.

This is the talking feature on the iPhone 4s. Supposedly, it is an extra helpful device.
When you need to do something or find something out, you can just ask Siri (you can ask it to text or call someone...). I have not found it very helpful and have decided to not use it very much.

Today my mom asked me to ask Siri something ... it was to ask about a song; it was something that was not completely necessary. I said, "I hate Siri. It is not a good feature."
I guess she got the picture.

Also, the Siri voice on my phone is programmed to Japanese.
I am hoping I can get some actual benefit, and learn Japanese.

Music News: There is a rapper called Wocka Flocka Flame. I noticed it when I was reading the birthdays column the other day. Apparently Wocka celebrates on May 31.

Good evening. As you noticed I have deleted anything about the blogathon from the description of my blog. That is because the blogathon is over for me--it ended May 31. However, keep checking in (you can do this daily if you wish) as you don't want to miss anything.
Have a great night,

Alice
north dallas homegirl

The End Is Near ... I Mean The Blogathon. Silly. And A Correction For Big Rig Dance Collective. And, Dharun Ravi.

Dear I-Wish-I-Was-Still-Eating-A-Hot-Dog-On-Memorial-Day Reader,

I am sorry, that yesterday the link to Big Rig Dance Collective's Kickstarter.com video did not work. I stand by what I said in yesterday's blog.
Well, I do get the point of their production. Maybe it's not my thing. Here is the actual video, just in case you're longing to see.



(A serious note).
In 2010, Dharun Ravi used a webcam to spy on a tryst between his roommate and another man. The roommate committed suicide shortly after that.
Here is a link to a Los Angeles Times story. It is making news because Dharun Ravi has just issued an apology (Huh? Two years later?).
Very, very sad.

I checked for some Anderson Cooper news. I wanted to see if there was any "aftermath" to his kicking a guest who had had a lot of plastic surgery off his show. I did not find any, but I did find a link to his "sexy butt" taking out the trash. Yay, I think.

This post marks the Official End of the blogathon. In the future, I'll be posting less (Not once a month, however NOT every day). I decided to do this after my friend Gloria told me about it, and also encouraged me. Thank you, to anyone who took a chance and decided to read north dallas homegirl.

The tragic end,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

See Cathie Black's Book Basic Black, Big Rig Dance Collective (Huh?), And A Bikini Contest!

Dear all,

The quote I used in the blog 2 days ago, from Mark Twain, is from Cathie Black's book, Basic Black. It is "the essential guide for getting ahead at work (and in life)."
In case you missed it, the quote, from Mark Twain is:
Noise proves nothing. Often a hen who has merely laid an egg cackles as if she has laid an asteroid.


Bikini News (See a previous blog) : The finals of the Twin Peaks National All Star Bikini Contest are tonight at the Palladium Ballroom (1135 South Lamar) in Dallas. It started at 8 p.m. Uh... if you hurry, you can still make it.

I am a little confused about the words "All Star" in the name of the contest. Doesn't All-Star imply that contestants are some kind of Bikini Star?
How does one become a bikini all star? Do you just have to get a really great bikini?

The Big Rig Dance Collective is a group of dancers from Denton, Texas. They have a video on Kickstarter.com. Their project has been funded. I cannot for the life of me figure out the point of the production they funded on Kickstarter, "Homing Where I Roam," but that is just me.
You be the judge.

Music-related: Bob Dylan was awarded the Medal of Freedom.

I like many of his songs. Especially Positively 4th Street.
A bunch were awarded the Medal of Freedom, some living and some dead.
Dolores Huerta, who has campaigned for farm workers, also received the award.

The end. I am close to the end of the blogathon.
Alice
n.d.h.
I am going to bring the blog into the modern age.

Here is a picture I took downtown recently. It's not perfect, but that's okay. I am still including it, in honor of sharing.

Are You Supersonic Enough To Vote? Can You Dance Well In Spandex?

As a unique and exciting treat, I am re-posting the video for JJ Fad's Supersonic.


I have posted the video before, however, it's a can't miss, so I decided to post it again. You could say it's what I listened to when I was a mini-homegirl. Here is JJ Fad's Official Site. The ladies have gotten a little larger, but they are still JJ Fad.

(This is a serious note):
Today Texas is holding Primary Elections. Do not forget to vote. Here is a great site, VoteTexas.gov. Lots of information from Secretary of State Hope Andrade. And, if you haven't registered, you can still register and vote in the November elections. But you must register 30 days in advance!
Don't be a slowpoke.

The End,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Jude Is Riding His Bike Across America, And, "Often A Hen Who Has Merely Laid An Egg Cackles As If She Has Laid an Asteroid."

Hi all,

This is Jude. He offered to re-arrange his bike so I could take a picture. I met him at the Starbucks at Preston and Alpha roads.
Jude has an animated face, blond, blond hair and lots of wristbands. He is riding his bike across America (he asks for donations along the way). It takes a lot of guts. So, go Jude!

He started in Los Angeles. He said I could put in his Facebook page, and I just found out it is his personal profile. So here is what I offer: go to Facebook, and look up "Louisianamrz." (You may have to get a Facebook account first. Silly.)
You should see Jude. Just to be on the safe side, I would say don't "friend" him unless you really are his homeboy.

Now, time for a unique segment I call, "what Mark Twain wrote.":
Mark Twain wrote, "Noise proves nothing. Often a hen who has merely laid an egg cackles as if she has laid an asteroid."

The author who included this quote in her book (it is a nameless book for now) wrote of the workplace, "when all is said and done, it's production rather than self-promotion that counts." She referred to office cacklers, saying "every workplace has its share."

My view is that the quote from Mark Twain means: noise means nothing. It is more important at times to be quiet and get your job done (or task done) than to be the loudest one in the room.
Sometimes, it is even important to shut up and listen. You have to decide when to shut up, gentle reader, that is up to you.

The End and
Happy Memorial Day,
Alice

north dallas homegirl