Because my brain is fried today…
1. Early morning workouts haven’t been as awesomely satisfying this week as they have in recent others. Not sure what the deal is, but my snooze button has been getting a little more attention than usual. Which is dangerous.
Maybe my problem is I don’t have a proper wake up call.
(Source)
I really need to find a dude who’s willing to do this. So far, the only applicants for the position have driven me slightly crazy or completely weirded me out. Thank you for your consideration, however we are continuing to pursue candidates better qualified for the position at this time.
2. It’s that time of year again. You know what I’m talking about.
That time for the ice cream truck to roam our neighborhood.
*Shudders*
As a kid who grew up on a farm in a 300-person town, I never got to experience this phenomenon except for when we’d go to Kansas City to vist family. It was exciting and fun! Now? I cannot help but be disturbed by the creepy sounding jingle of a truck that calls for children to run towards and willingly follow in hopes of treats. Disturbing.
It also, for one reason or another, reminds me of the Stephen King movie, It. I hear the music. I think of clowns. I freak out. My roommate, on the other hand, could not have jumped out of her seat faster to run to the window and look for the ice cream man. I may have to keep a watchful eye on her through the summer. If she’s killed by a serial-killing clown in a street drain, I won’t be able to afford rent.
3. This puzzle took FOREVER.
I know, I know. I’ve talked about it way too much. But it really did consume our lives until about 6:15 yesterday evening when the final piece was put into place. I told you I was having nightmares about this thing, right?
Serves me right for thinking the more pieces the better.
I think our reward for completion should be a trip to the real Las Vegas.
Who wants to fund the cause?
4. Swimsuit shopping is a humbling experience. I would not recommend H&M suits if you need a confidence booster. The reason I tried them on at this particular store is because they’re so cheap. Why not? Quality really isn’t necessary. I just need something that will last a few trips to the beach for a few years and I’m perfectly satisfied.
However, it turns out H&M suits are so cheap because they use as little material as possible. To adequately cover my lady parts, I was getting 2-3 sizes up. And even then I was not comfortable by any means.
I am not prude. But I was tempting fate and possible arrests for indecency had I bought something.
You may say, “Well Amy, why not try something more conservative than a bikini if you’re all up in arms about it?”
Well, I’ll tell you why. Another reason I headed to H&M was because they had a super sexy one piece just calling my name. It looked as if it would cover all necessary areas and still be cute with a deep cut in the front and sides. Fabulous!
No. Being gifted with a long torso does not transfer well in this case. I gave myself a wedgie in the process of trying on said one piece.
Never again.
Pretty sure the swimsuits I already own will be acceptable for another year.
5. I’m still putting hot sauce in everything.
Did you know hot sauce makes tuna wraps better?
Now you do.
Notice the quesadilla maker in the background. I think it’s jealous because it hasn’t been used in a few days. Sadness.
Takeaways from this post?
- Ryan Gosling needs to marry me.
- Stephen King ruined my childhood innocence.
- What was I thinking?!?!
- Nude beaches don’t seem like such a bad idea, after all.
- I still put that s*&! on everything.
Filed under: Random Rants Tagged: | Frank's hot sauce is my jam, hey girl, Morning workouts, swimsuit shopping is horrible, the ice cream man scares me


That damn movie is terrifying. Didn’t we talk about this when you were here? You should watch the second one. Shudder. If Ryan Gosling marries you, I’m moving in.
I think we did. Ugh. Worst sleepover movie ever!
Hot sauce makes everything better! I HATE buying swim suites. There is almost nothing more humbling!
Seriously. No matter what the size or shape… swimsuit shopping is just no fun!
I always order my suits from VS. It’s a risk, but they seem to always turn out well. Sidenote: getting a bikini as a birthday gift is not the best experience. Thankfully it fit the one time I did, otherwise it could have gotten ugly!
I’ve gotten a few from there. The cheap mix and match ones are awesome. May just go back to that if all else fails!
I have one black bikini that I always go back to over and over despite usually buying one new suit a season. It just makes me feel less beastly.
Yep- it’s like the little black dress of the ocean. You have to have one.
That’s a shame, I was actually thinking of heading to H&M tonight to try some bathing suits on. Hmmph. I just refuse to pay over $100 for a bathing suit. How is that so acceptable these days?
Don’t do it!!! Check out Target. I was more pleased with the stuff going on there…
Ummm . . . I need to find a man like that also. He should also be willing to do the dishes, vacuum, and read text books to me. That would be amazing.
Also, I only ever start carrying cash this time of year, and it’s specifically for the ice cream man. I freaking love when I hear that music, but I never watched scary movies so that probably helps.
That’s what I wish I could be like. Only associate the sound with happy thoughts. But no. Never ever watch the movie “It”. Just don’t.
I think you should just buy the slutty suit. At least your discomfort would be every man’s pleasure! But seriously, H&M is evil. EVIL! (H&M, if you’re reading this, my view could be swayed with a free hot pink blazer that I can’t seem to locate in any single one of your stores, K?)
Trust me- they would not appreciate the view… ha ha!
Do men like that exist?? My husband would argue no.
Your posts always give my a good giggle! I only have maybe 1 or 2 memories of the ice cream truck. And the driver in my neighborhood was a lady which I think brings down the creepiness factor. These days, the ice cream truck truly is creepy (never thought of IT but now I will…) and drives around at really odd hours early in the morning or late at night.
Anyhoo, can definitely relate to the long torso/bikini humbling. The other day at spin class, the instructor was helping me adjust my bike and was like wow! you have really short legs! I’m 5’1″ and I have to make your seat lower than mine! Um, ok. I always buy my bathing suits on victoria’s secret and except for one case, I’ve had pretty decent luck, and been spared the humbling.
Ice cream in the morning?!?! What? My dentist would so not approve…
I love every single one of these points.
You had me laughing out loud on a Tuesday-esque day!
I needed a laugh this afternoon. Thank you! Have you ever tried Title Nine clothing/swim suits. Just went there this weekend and was so happy – the clothing really is made for athletic, tall, etc bodies.
I have not, but feel like I may like them. Googling now… thanks!
Ha! I love the takeaways. I love that you finished the puzzle! It does look hard!
Thanks for the H&M suit tip!
The ice cream truck freaks me the hell out too. And it’s WAY overpriced!!!
I really want to come over and do a puzzle with you. OMG if Ryan Gosling woke me up every morning..oh don’t even get me started.
Puzzle Party!!! Our next one is either Twilight or Safari-themed. Weee!
i haven’t done a puzzle in forever! or gone bathing suit shopping either…
Throw that tuna hot sauce wrap in the quesadilla maker. Who says you can only use it if queso is involved? Don’t let the name of your kitchen appliances dictate your life’s decisions. Stick it to the man!
Being long torsoed is great when it comes to some things, but I suffered through YEARS of one-pieces before discovering the joy and comfort of a bikini. Wedgies are not attractive on anyone.
Seriously disappointed about the H&M suits. I was going to go looking there this weekend…I guess i’ll just have to keep thinking about Ryan Gosling to get me through the disappointment.
omg, can you imagine Ryan Gosling waiting for you with coffee when you returned from a run? With sexy bedhead? gahhh. I love puzzles! I did one with my mom when i was at home for Christmas and felt like I was 10 again. It helped that it was al Alf puzzle..
you and me both, on the ryan gosling train. i love that sruffy look
Ryan Gosling …no words.
Stephen King ruined my childhood innocence as well. I will never ever ever forget the day IT was on TV and I watched it. I even convinced my mom to let me miss my haircut appointment so that I could stay home and finish the movie. Oh.my.gosh I literally couldn’t sleep for the next week.