Friday, August 24, 2007 - Jokes what I wrote

Jokes what I wrote

Zoo jokes

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is a dog. It was a shitzu.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is some empty crisp packets and an empty can of coke. It was a rubbish zoo.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there some empty crisp packets and an empty can of coke, all covered in blood. It was a bloody rubbish zoo.

A man goes to a zoo. All that was there was a woman wearing a jet pack landing int he fountain. It was a zoo-land-her.

A man goes to a zoo. All that was there was a toilet. It was a zoo-loo.

A man goes to a zoo. All that was there was a pair of hands doing a chopping action. It was a hcop-zoo-ey.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is a tesco's. It was a zoo-permarket.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is a man in a cape. It was a zoo-perman.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is a very large weight playing a guitar. It was a zoo-tonne.

A man goes to a zoo. All that is there is a bulbous little car in a cage. it was a ka-zoo.

Sunday, August 12, 2007 - Surprised

Surprised

God. Changes. Things.

He shakes up the stagnant, breathes life into the stale, blows wind on the still plains, shouts into the silent void.

He. Changes. Things.

Tonight I feel changed. Renewed. Faithful. Destined.

I feel surprised by this, like a sudden romance. Caught off guard by feelings I already knew, but had forgotten about. And it's strange. I didn't ask for it. I wasn't pleading for a revival, though God knew my barren land needed one. He came in and stole my heart. Revived me. An awakening.

A thief who stole my heart, but left me with such hope, such purpose, such a burning sense of absolute faith. I feel changed.

But then, I am changed, for behold the old has passed away and a new thing has come. I am not my own, I am not alone, I am not who I once was, but a new creation.

We understand so little.. Ju x x x

Sunday, March 04, 2007 - Run run run

Run run run

Bertie and I have started jogging. Or is it yogging? Maybe it's a silent j. Anyhow, its strange how once you have the tools, you just want to do the job. I went out and bought these 'running shoes' ( I thought trainers we just for fashion ) they are so light and springy and just owning them made me want to be out sprinting around. Last night we yogged a few miles. I had to walk some, I am ever so out of shape. We went again tonight but it was tipping it down with rain so we only went as far as the bottom of our road.

Last night we ran along the beach, I was enjoying His beautiful creation. He truly is a wonderful God. I am keen to run as I want an activity to share with my husband, who can run for a year and not lose his breath. I also want to take care of my body, which I haven't done so much before, as it is a living temple for the Most High God.

Now I have the tools, the shoes, I just want to run run run. And this is overflowing into other areas of my life. I know I have the tools to run the race for Christ and be a radical Christian. We all have the tools, The Holy Spirit, His word, faith and time. We have the tools to live lives that have eternal consequences. We can speak into the lives of the lost, give shelter to the needy, feed the starving and heal the sick, by the power of the Blood.

I want to be known for integrity. I also want to be known for being ruthless and one who will not compromise. I want to be radical with my faith and love others as He has loved me. I want to take in the homeless and bless them and love them. I want to throw caution to the wind, the wisdom of this world that says not to trust, not to take risks, not to be vulnerable. I want to be like Jesus. Let people into my home, my heart and know that they may well let me down, steal or abuse, but love them none the less. I want to be like the one that my heart loves.

He loves me so much, it makes my breath catch in my throat. He loves me, adores me. He gives me purpose, hope, help, life, faith, health, joy, peace that passes all understanding.

He has given me the tools to run for Him and I want to stand unashamed before His throne knowing that I did not compromise, that I ran and ran and ran and that I lived radically for Him who loves and gave His life for me.

Come run with me..

Wednesday, February 14, 2007 - Valentines day

Valentines Day 

Current mood:  loved

Today has been simply wonderful so far, the best (non wedding) day of my life, thank you Bertie!

I got back from work and Bertie had taped a valentines card to our front gate, and one on the front door, and one on our living room door! I went in to find Barry White playing and the most beautiful bouquet of tulip's, berries, and oh, just other beautiful gorgeous flowers. Then I had another card and gift, some bad boy hair straigteners. And then he had saved a game of bubbles on my mac with one colour left so I could clear the screen!

Then we watched the notebook and I wailed like a baby and even Bertie was 'damp'. Now he is finishing off our tea, creamed spinach, steak and buttery mash.

And I have just popped a bottle of Veuve Cliquot, so I shall leave you to enjoy my bubbly and my fabulous husband.

What a day to remember He who is love, and He by whom we are able to love.

I love you Jesus

Friday, February 02, 2007 - I want you to be my love

I want you to be my love 

Current mood:  thirsty

The song on this page is the one I walked down the aisle to. The happiest moment of my life! enjoy..

Thursday, February 01, 2007 - Im 27% city and 36% country

Im 27% city and 36% country 

Current mood:  amused

[x] been to Starbucks more than once in my life

[ ] link arms when I walk with someone

[ ] shop at AE, A&F, or HCO

[ ] own 2 or more polo shirts

[ ] will never be caught without my cell phone

[ ] blow dry my hair on a daily basis

[ ] wear flipflops no matter what the weather

[ ] own an oversized pair of sunglasses

[ ] own one or more pairs of ripped jeans

[x] layer my shirts

[x] will do anything to get the best Myspace pic

[ ] have/had a "Myspace mirror pic"

[ ] when I'm not drinking starbucks I prefer water

[x] own an oversized bag or purse

[ ] have seen every episode of Laguna Beach

[ ] my new favorite is the Hills

[ ] say "lol" in every sentence of every online conversation

[ ] own tight jeans or really baggy ones

[ ] wear large necklaces

[x] own an iPod/mp3 player

[x] internet = survival

[ ] play is Football, Baseball/Softball, Basketball

[ ] have more than 1 AIM screen name

[ ] have said "lol" or "OMG!" in a real conversation

[x] love shopping

[x] shop whenever I have a chance

[ ] own a bathing suit that cost 100 dollars or more

[x] have watched the Simple Life

GRAND TOTAL:9

add x's and multiply by 3 and put "I'm ----% city"

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HOW COUNTRY ARE YOU?

[x] ridden a horse

[] owned a horse

[] owned land..

[] been 4 wheeling

[x] said "ain't"

[] been cow-tipping

[] been deer hunting

[x] been swimming in a lake

[] caught a fish

[] seen a deer get skinned

[] have worked on a ranch or on land

[] have lived in a house in the middle of nowhere

[] have been duck hunting

[x] have been swimming in a river

[x] driven a truck

[] own a rebel flag

[] like to fish

[x] have a funny accent... or people have told you that

[x] own/owned a pair of cowboy boots

[x] own/owned a cowboy hat

[] own/have owned a big dog

[x] say "y'all"

[x] have gotten made fun of for sayin "y'all"

[] cuss when you're mad

[] have dipped/dip snuff...

[x] go to church on sunday

[] owned/own a bird dog

[] have riddin a horse to somewhere in town

[] have gone on a field trip to a farm/ranch

[] have eaten deer meat

[] have shot a gun

[] own a gun

[] park your vehicles in the yard...if need be

[] have gone shopping...for a gun

[] get the kids in your family a toy gun for christmas

[] wear long sleeves even in the summer..some times

[x] know what stirrups are

[] have fed the deer

GRAND TOTAL:12

Saturday, September 16, 2006 - Anticipation

Anticipation 

Current mood:  contemplative

Today is my mum's birthday. Rob and I have made her a lemon drizzle cake with lemon mascarpone cheese. Me, mum and dad went to the pictures to see 'Little Miss Sunshine'. It was not very hollywood and really quite funny.

On Thursday Rob and I are having our pictures done, as part of our wedding photo package. And on wednesday Rob is going shopping to buy me a scooter. Then of course there is my birthday, the wedding, the honeymoon and moving house. Suffice to say I am excited and there is a lot of change ahead. Much anticipation for a new season of our lives.

John is in the States and though we miss him and anticipate his return, we are so excited for him and the opportunities ahead of him. And its all just so new. Rob's sister moved out on Wednesday, John's sister on Friday. Its all so new and wonderful. And uncertain.

Isn't that great?

Certain uncertainty.

Well dear friends, hope you are all enjoying the good things in your lives and that the Joy of the Lord is upholding you whatever you are doing and wherever you are headed.

I am going to mull over the weekend papers and maybe have some more coffee out of the deco style coffee machine I got mum.

Oh and for the record, an open invitation. Rob and I will be living in the centre of Brighton in a lovely peaceful 1830's flat. Minutes from the Laines, the beach, the restaurants and the shops. So if any of you pass by our way and fancy a visit, just holler. We would love to have you.

Ju x x x

Sunday, August 27, 2006 - Read this!

Read this! 

Current mood:  awake

BULLET STYLE NEWS!!!

Wow!

1. Have booked honeymoon in Marrakech, Morocco. Excited.

2. Have new Chanel specs. Fabulous.

3. Still enjoying job. Thankful.

4. Am missing Kristie, Andrew, Alex, Hills, Rhett, Kevin, Charlotte, Chris, Matt. Sad.

5. Am really enjoying being in the same country as Rob. Fun.

Saturday, July 22, 2006 - Hooray

Hooray

Life is grand..

I am a happy one because I spent the last two days rearranging my room, which I love. Now it is perfect. I have also done some wedding prep, which is essential and therefore good. I have also done some gardening, some cleaning, some cooking and some bargaining with insurance companies and mobile phone companies.

Very productive and efficent.

In addition to this hive of activity, I have a new job. Huzzah!!

Tomorrow I go back to my home church for the first time in 7 months. Lovely.

That is all for now.

The Ju

Thursday, July 13, 2006 - News and new stuff

News and new stuff

Im back home and have made some startling discoveries.

Firstly, Brighton City now has Rickshaws. Yes, the Indian style taxi. We however call them "Tuc Tuc's" and by all accounts they cost a mere £2.50 to go anywehere.

Amazing.

Rickshaws. In england

Amazing.

Secondly, tonight I found (hallelujah!) wedding invites on line, printed with my wording, for only £32.99 for 50.

Also amazing.

In addition to these news-worthy revelations, I have secured 2 job interviews. Though I am thinking Ill just go to 1 of them. God has been just wonderful to me since I got back.

Amazing.

Yours,

The Ju

Monday, July 10, 2006 - Blogedy Blog

Blogedy Blog

I am now in England.

I travelled here first class. Thank you Lord for air mile points and free upgrades. I can say, that first class is WORTH IT!

You get a menu with different meals on. I mean like pecan crusted chicken breast on a tarte of sweet potato with sauteed brussel sprouts, or East coast crab cakes with fried ocre. Real actual food. Plus, free limitless champagne, or other desired refreshments. Not to mention, a grazing station should you get peckish in between meals. Breakfast was toasted bagels with cream cheese. Oh and all of this served on real china plates and glass glasses and silverware.

However, I didnt in all honesty make the most of this luxury. No. The seats were way too comfy so I slept the whole way home. Seriously. That is miraculous!

So, now, I like to consider myself somewhat of an international jet setter. I am sure you would all agree.

Anyway. I am back home. And the whole reason I was blogging was to say this. I am in England and I can get wireless from my neighbours in my bedroom. Of course this tid-bit of info is now at the bottom of this long blog so none of you will even read this. But I am pleased. Wireless is not widespread here, so its just kinda cool that I have it. Nice.

Bye.

Oh and Paulette Wooten's CD is great.

Monday, June 19, 2006 - My all-American adventures..

My all-American adventures..

A list of all-American things I will have done by the time I go home.

If I am missing any essential experiences, let me know!

Rented an apartment in the ghetto

Gone to a cookout and played volleyball

Baked pumpkin, sweet potato and pecan pies for Thanksgiving

Did Thanksgiving in a family home in the mountains

Driven a flat bed truck

Slept till 1pm

Gone on a road trip

Been to the beach

Gone to a pool party

Had a surprise party thrown for me

Seen a baseball game

Spent a day at the mall

Gone camping

Played xbox till the wee hours

Swam in a river

Gone sailing

Been to a superbowl party

Been to a fight party

Been to Carowinds three times

Drank beacoup de Starbucks

Been through drive-thrus

Rode on a motorbike

Been to four weddings

Graduated

Spent an entire afternoon at a coffee house

Had a watermelon fight

Friday, May 26, 2006 - The bus

The bus

I have a sister who is wonderful.

She in turn has a husband who is also wonderful.

He is my wonderful brother in law and I love him lots.

Partly because he is the kind of person who always creates funny stories through his usual daily life. He always has fun tales to tell.

This is one such tale. It is a few years old now, but its still pointless and funny.

Enjoy.

One day, Peter was traveling home from work. This was a journey that required two buses. Each journey would take around 30 minutes or so.

Well, on this occasion, as he waited at the bus stop for the first bus, he pulled some mouth wash out of his bag and unscrewed the cap. Just then the bus pulled up, so he quickly took a swig of the mouthwash and climbed aboard. He went and took a seat and swooshed and rinsed his mouth with the wash. After thrity seconds of this (as the bottle suggests) the mouthwash began to burn and sting. Suddenly Peter realised that he could not spit out the mouth wash. He knew he would have to hold it, searing in his mouth, for 30 minutes until he reached his stop.

Squirming in pain, he endured the ordeal and somehow managed to hold in the wash for the full journey. Relieved to see he his stop, he reached up and dinged the bell. He stood, from his seat, mouth still bursting with the minty acid, and walked to the front of the bus. The vehicle came to a screeching halt and the doors sprang open. And as he stepped off of the bus, he swallowed.

30 minutes he held the mouthwash in. 30 painful, agonising minutes. And just seconds from relief, from the freedom to spit it out, as he steps off the bus, his natural instincts kicked in and he swallowed.

Gutted.

I love you Peter.

Friday, May 26, 2006 - The bathroom

The bathroom

I live with a family.

A wonderful, loving, fun family.

So kind and sharing are we that we do not have our own wireless. No, instead we share with our neighbours.

Of course, when I say share, I use the term loosely. Some may say mooch, pinch or even steal.

However, whichever terminoligy you may use, it has always been a happy relationship between our laptops and the network simply called 'linksys'.

Until one fateful day a few weeks ago, I came to realise that that network no longer worked.

We grieved the loss of our good friend for a while, and soon found a new signal with whom we determined to become acquainted.

This new signal though is proving to be less outgoing than our old friend. He does not like to hang out with us in our bedrooms and living room. He pretty much only likes to stay in the bathroom, so here I am dear friends, posting this blog from the luxury of the bathroom.

Sunday, April 30, 2006 - All about me

All about me.. 

Current mood:  groggy

What do you dip a chicken nugget in?

I do not eat chicken nuggets. They are made from disgusting things.

What is your favorite type of food/cuisine?

Seafood and Greek

Were you a boy/girl scout?

I was a Brownie

Would you ever strip or pose nude in a magazine?

No freakin way

When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper and mailed it?

I wrote a letter to Bertie and a letter to Sarah a few weeks ago

Ever gotten a speeding ticket?

No

Can you change the oil on a car?

Yes

Ran out of gas?

No

Best thing for breakfast?

Peaches, Greek youghurt and honey. Or Alpen and fruit. With coffee

Are you lazy?

Yes, I can be

Do you read the newspaper?:

Yes

How many languages:

One, avec une petite francias

Do you have any magazine subscriptions?

I used to have a Readers Digest subscription

Which are better Legos or Lincoln Logs?

Lego

Red wine or white wine?:

Red

Favorite season?

Summer

Have you ever wanted to be a teacher?:

Yeah

Are you stubborn?:

On occassion

Favorite TV channels?

BBC 1

Who is better...Leno or Letterman?

No idea

Afraid of heights?:

No

Sing in the car?

Of course!

Ever used a gun?

No

Are musicals cheesy?

Musicals, in general, are the work evil. I concede that there are a few, rare, exceptions

Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid?

Poet

Do you believe in ghosts?

No, I believe in demons and angels and Jesus

Are you superstitious?

No

Take a vitamin daily?

I am a vitamin sceptic, so no

Wear a bath robe?:

No, I have a dressing gown though

What do you wear to bed?

Pyjamas

First concert?

Al Stewart or Bob Dylan

Favorite genre of music?:

Could not pick one

Wal-Mart, Target or K-Mart?:

Target.

Every time

Nike or Adidas?:

Nike

Ever take dance lessons?:

A few here and there, mainly street dance

Is there a profession that you picture your perfect future spouse having?

Whatever makes him happy and the Lord has him do

Can you curl your tongue?:

Yes

Ever won a spelling bee?:

We dont really do those in my country, so no

Regularly burn incense?:

Back home, yes

Tea or coffee?:

Coffee

Favorite kind of cookie?

Digestives

Can you swim well?:

I can swim well enough

Can you hold your breath w/o manually holding your nose?:

Yes

Ever had braces or a mouth piece?

No

Are you artistic?

I guess

Are you patient?

I am getting better, little by little

Ever won a contest?:

Probably, though it clearly had such little impact on me that I do not remember

Best room for a fireplace?

Living room, kitchen, dining room and bedroom

Have you ever gone fishing?

Of a kind. 11pm in Greece with a flashlight, some string and a few bottles of wine on the beach.

Does that count?

Saturday, April 15, 2006 - Sunny days

Sunny days

Today was sunny. We washed the car. And who would have thought it of him, but Andrew absolutely soaked me and Kristie with the hose. Then when we were all suitably drenched from the water fight, we ate watermelon.

Then we had a water melon fight, which was sticky, but fun.

Salad for tea, trip to Walmart, lots of coffee and a movie. (Prime. A great movie, but the kind of unsatisfactory ending that leaves you a little despondant)

Tomorrow is Easter day and I anticipate more great coffee and hopefully some MUCH deserved celebration and worship.

JESUS

Friday, April 14, 2006 - Open wide

Open wide

Tonight I had a revelation of something I have always known. Tonight I had a truth drop down from my head, into my heart. Tonight I was set free.

Tonight, as I worshipped and danced and surrendered myself to God, I felt Him consume me and open me up and expose me. For the first time, totally bare, totally real. And I knew.

I am loved.

I am loved by the Father. I have been made new. And I love my new skin, it looks just like Jesus skin. And I love my new heart, its free of sin and its healed from hate and hurt.

The new me does not have issues and hurts and demons and strongholds, the new me is Jesus. The new me is born again, completely new and free and alive.

I feel alive for the first time.

And I know now that it is a lie that calls me back to my old self, the sin and hurt that holds me there is not real. Because I am new. Those things have no part in me.

I felt Him in me as I worshipped. I didn't need to strive, to push, to dance or sing. I just opened up to Him and He moved in me. He moved me. He moved things in me.

He moved in me

In summation, tonight something new happened. Something incredible, something breath taking.

And I feel new.

I guess the heart of what I want to convey is that NOW is the time to push in, to let go of fears and hurts and throw your self into the Lord. Because tonight, when I was not feeling anything special and had not done anything worthy, He met me. And he opened me up and set me free. And now I feel more alive than I have ever been.

And Jesus wants to do the same for you. You, who is not expecting it, wanting it, feeling it, believing it. Stop, just for a second and let Him move in You.

'Cause He will.

And you will be changed....

Saturday, April 01, 2006 - Half a mile from my home

Half a mile from my home 

Current mood:  contemplative

Some days I am really aware that I am living in America.

I wake up in an American home and look out the windows at this typical subdivision, neat rows of grey and beige boxes, felt roofs piercing the bigest sky I have ever seen. Double garages filled with bikes and mowers, huge SUV's sitting proud in the drive ways, the American dream.

By now it is so familiar to me, yet also so alien, so distant from the things I love. There are no walking figures, the streets are not jam packed, bursting with cars fighting for a space. It is still, warm , peaceful. I love it, but Oh how I long to see the haphazzard aray of buildings and colours of home.

And the people, so welcoming, so open. Truly wonderful, but not mine. Struggling to understand me and my accent, my ways. I feel like a foreigner when aspects of this culture, so ingrained in those around me, pass me by. And I long to be in a windswept home, rain thundering at the creaking windows, cosy with the ones I love, gathered around our affection for one another. No need to talk, to speak, just understanding, just knowing. And my heart tugs for home.

Yet as I listen to the music that lifts me most, that fills me with hope and faith, my spirit rises and a warm rush sweeps over me as I realise just how blessed I am. The songs I have always listened to that felt so far from me, are here, half a mile from my home. The presence I longed to feel, the life I longed to live is here, half a mile from my home. The people that inspired me and drove me and whose worship and teaching kept me hanging on by a thread for so many years in the greys of Britain, are here, half a mile from my home.

And I know, this is where I need to be, soaking in His love, His provision, His goodness.

So with a divided heart, that has never been so united, I sit and wait on Him. And a sorrow settles as I realise that I have only a few months left here in this wonderful place. A few more months to absorb as much as I can. And I can only hope that He will bring me back, when I am an us.

Wednesday, March 29, 2006 - 1.30 am

1.30 am

Spring break was cut short. It is a really cool story, all about hearing God and His protection and His victory. Its a long story; in short we left at 1.30am after a crazy prompting from the Holy Spirit.

Fun night-time road trip!

Yay.

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 - GA, Spring Break part iii

GA, Spring Break part iii

Today we had to postpone our Starbucks trip until after lunch. This was sad, but lunch was good. I had 'the usual', a breakfast at a diner. We met Chris' grandpa and he told us fabulous and funny old war stories. Then we went to Starbucks and I had my grande raspberry latte. Finally we made it to Ikea and Chris and I decided to see how far we could get around the store with me sitting in a wheely desk chair and him pushing me. We got all through the showroom and down stairs and part way through the market place before a member of staff questioned me and confiscated it. That was FUN!

In the market place, after the confiscation, a man asked Chris' brother what he knew about Liger's as Josh had on a Liger shirt. We all joked and quoted Napolean Dynamite. It slowly dawned on us as he stared on blank faced that he had not the seen the movie and was not joking. He actually was into to Ligers and thought Josh was too. He thought he had found a fellow liger-maniac, but no, he had found some idiot Napolena fans. We laughed so hard. He did not.

We came home. I debated with Chris' mum who does not belive in prophecy or any kind of divine inspriation or God given creativity. That was sad. Yesterday though I demonstarted to Josh the gift of tongues. He said 'yeah but no-one can just do it on demand'. And I said 'I can....' Ha ha ha ha ha. I liked it..

Monday, March 27, 2006 - Update..

Update..

10pm we went to Krispy Kreme in our pyjamas and bought a dozen hot fresh rings of goodness. Chris and I sang and danced the whole way there and back; I made a play list on my ipod intended to cheer us up and stir up crazy excitement, It was as follows:

Like A Prayer - Madonna

Ive Had The Time Of My Life - Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes

Music - Madonna

(You drive me) Crazy - Britney Spears

Gotta Get Thru This - Daniel Bedingfield

That Dont Impress Me Much - Shania Twain

Blaze Of Glory - Bon Jovi

Born To Try - Delta Goodrem

I Guess Thats Why They Call It The Blues - Sir Elton John

Whenever, Wherever - Shakira

Complicated - Avril Lavigne

Then we returned home and ate cookies, donuts and drank beer. Then we watched Sons of Provo. Now I am going to sleep. Goodbyes.

Monday, March 27, 2006 - GA, Spring Break part ii

GA, Spring Break part ii 

Current mood:  relaxed

MONDAY

This morning we went by Starbucks and I had my grande raspberry latte, happy times. Then we went to The Varstiy where I enjoyed a lovely Frosted Orange. I could not bring myself to have a hot dog or burger after the dreaded Krystal experience yesterday. In fact, I am unsure if I shall ever regain my tatse for fast food thanks to Krystal.

The Varsity is a huge enormous school cafeteria style fast food place. It has several large dining rooms and each has a different tv station showing. It was big and busy and fairly good fun. Then we went to the Underground which was nice too. The best part for me though was going to the Centenial Park in Atlanta city centre. Atlanta is a really really beautiful city, colourful and enticing. And in the centre was a a really simple fountian that took my breath away. Designed for the '96 Olympics, it is the intersecting rings set into the ground as grills with water spurts coming straight up around the shape. The water comes out at alternate heights and times and it is just amazing. I found it to be really really stunning. My favourite so far.

Tonight we are going to watch Sons of Provo, apparantly a hilarious movie about a Mormon boyband. Andrew, Kristie, if its funny, we will watch it when I am back.

Toodle Pip

Ju x x x

Sunday, March 26, 2006 - GA, Spring Break part i

GA, Spring Break part i 

Current mood:  dorky

SPRING BREAK

I am in Atlanta GA for Sping break. I will inform you of all the adventures every day until I return on Wednesday night.

Welcome to part 1 of the Spring Break Chronicles...

SUNDAY

Our trip to GA got off to a bad start an hour into the journey when Chris recommend I try Krystal hamburgers. Initially I was amused at the slow fast-food service received. 3 customers in the whole place and we each got given a number and had to wait 10 minutes for the food. Then, even more comically, the server asked me to sign and enter my pin and seemed confused when not both were necessary. Things took a sinister turn however when I ate one of the mini steamed burgers. I was no longer laughing. In fact I felt somewhat sick. So sick that I genuinely never want another hamburger again. They were vile.

The journey got a little better as I napped for an hour and a half, drifting off to sleep with the strains of Over the Rhine. Bliss. Then I awoke and was thrilled to see us cross a beautiful lake and so excited when we drove over the state line. It was a buzz for me to be in Georgia and the country side was magnificent. Then Chris played DJ on my ipod and we had some fun.

Then we stopped at a gas station and I went to use the toilet. It should have been a simple, non-threatening task. But this experience made Krystal seem like paradise. Ladies and gentlemen, I did not use the toilet at the gas station as there was a dead mouse curled up on the floor.

Finally we arrived in Atlanta, or Hotlanta as the locals would say. The city seems nice and it was great to meet Chris' family. We are staying at his mum's house and all is well and relaxing.

We also have a great treat in store. As Nancy has no coffee in her home, we are going to run out for Starbucks every morning that we are here. What a treat! Well, it is our vacation after all