Welcome to what may very well be my favourite day of the blogging week 😀
1. Before we get going with the more lighthearted randomness this week, I wanted to address something I mentioned in last week’s post. Getting blood drawn. I’m happy to report that I managed to survive without fainting, so thank you to everyone who suggested ways to make the experience a little less traumatizing. I also wanted to mention that what helped the most was popping in a pair of earbuds and listening to really loud angry music… it was the perfect distraction. My biggest complaint is that they didn’t even give me a lolli or cute band-aid once the whole ordeal was over. I’d show you a picture of my battle wound, but it kind of makes me queasy so here’s an adorable teddy instead. That makes me smile.
2. So does this… I hope it’s true!
3. Can we talk #bloggerproblems for a second? I’m not sure if this ever happens to anyone else or if I’m just crazy, but I spend almost every day thinking it’s the next day — Mondays are Tuesdays, Tuesdays are Wednesdays, etc, etc. Let me explain. I always write my posts the day before they go up, and I’ll usually randomly pick away at them throughout the day rather than wait until the evening to write them in one go. It works for the most part, but it also means that I’m constantly operating under the impression that it’s the next day… which can get a little confusing.
4. While we’re on the topic of blogging, guess where I’m [currently] writing this post from…
Yep. I’m back in Starbucks after cutting myself off for a few months. I know it’s kind of ill-timed considering I just stocked up on K-cups, but I really needed to get out of the house in the morning. As much as I enjoy working from home, I’ll be the first to admit that you start to go a little stir crazy after a while. The change in scenery and human interaction is always welcome, as is the caffeine-saturated air 😀
5. One more blog related order of business that isn’t really blog related but I’m classifying it as such because I need a legit justification. Lost? Don’t worry about it — me too. Anyways… I desperately need a new phone, and by desperately need I really mean there’s nothing wrong with my current one other than the fact that it’s old and gotten so slow that I don’t even want to open things like Twitter and Instagram anymore (which I totally use for work purposes) because they take forEVER to load. I’m due for an upgrade from my provider in August, and I’m trying to hold out until then, but I don’t know how much longer I can handle seeing people flashing their fancy 5s while I’m here rockin’ my 4. Not even the s… just the 4.
6. That was kind of a long rant so here’s a shorter one… I redid my Facebook cover!
Do you follow Spoons on FB? You should! Even though it drives me crazy because they keep changing their algorithms on me and I can never figure out what makes a good post vs. a bad one 😡
7. This may be the most random thing ever but… I really want a wooden spoon to chase people with cook with. There’s just something about having one that seems so much more artsy and legit. I’d also really like to learn how to eat with chopsticks, but I would probably have to do it on a day where I wasn’t feeling very hungry. Until then I’ll be sticking to my beloved spoons…
… which are better for chocolate smoothies anyways 😉
8. Also incredibly random? Apparently I like to collect hotel keycards…
9. This is not something you want to find on your pre-washed spinach after you’ve already eaten half of it…
… a colony of orange somethings. Don’t tell me what they are — I’d rather not know. Just pray for me 😆
10. I’ve had a few people tell me they’ve been having problems accessing Spoons on their iPhones and iPads… Has anyone been experiencing the same thing? And does anyone know why or what can be done to fix it? I’m kind of clueless when it comes to misbehaving technology…
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I so totally agree with the blood draw issue. OMG, I used to have my drawn monthly for a seizure condition at age 14, and I swear, I got the most inexperienced nurse everytime. My veins roll terribly, and I used to leave feeling like I’d been attacked! I can’t see a needle today without shuddering a bit:)
PS- I’ve had spinach like that before, and I never got sick but was seriously freaked out. I almost DON’T want to know what it is:)
The new Facebook cover is cute!! Glad the earbuds helped with the blooddraw! 🙂
Dude… whatever is on that spinach is kind of terrifying. I’m tempted to start inspecting my spinach leaf by leaf from now on!
I had to get bloodwork done too last night. It was only 2 vials so it wasn’t too bad… one time I had to get 8 vials drawn! I’m surprised I didn’t pass out that time.
That’s crazy on your spinach.. I would probably have a mini heart attack. o.o
That is one adorable teddy bear. I still have a stuffed animals dogs from when I was baby, always a comfort. <3
We should introduce our spinach buddies. Maybe they could be friends, mate and form a whole new species we could call Clean Spoons or Spooning Feets.
I’m back to viewing your blog on my iPad again. I suspect it was old and overloaded technology on my end. A simple reboot seems to have cleared it up, although I found it interesting that I ran into troubles with yours and Davida’s sites, and you both have the same advertising. Perhaps a connection…
I’m digging the new FB cover. I should probably update mine soon. Make it a seasonal thing.
I remember Davida mentioning that some of the ads might be causing problems, but I never experienced anything before so I’m not sure what made it act up out of the blue. And I’m definitely all in favour of Spooning Feets! Especially since the mental picture gives me a good giggle.
One of my student’s showed me a picture today of an injury way worse than what you probably have from shots… but I appreciate your teddy 😉 I have a stuffed moose and I love him.
I would love to use chopsticks… but I just can’t seem to grasp it either!
Oh Amanda, I don’t want to know what those somethings are either! *shivers* I can’t decide if that is worse than drawing blood or not …
Chopsticks are really fun (I have a Japanese grandma) I bet you would love them! You do get callouses (true, and funny!) I have a favorite wooden spoon that I made Mom promise to give me when I move out … what can I say, I love my kitchen “stuffs.” And yes to Starbucks, wifi, and music – best blogging atmosphere!
Ah bloodwork!! Hate it!! So glad you didn’t pass out! I am going through some fertility treatments and have to get bloodwork done every other day! I only have one vein they can get and it is TINY!! Ugh… Ha, all the hotel keys made me chuckle! I save that kind of stuff…
I totally thought today was Friday and now I’m sad that it’s not hahah. YES wooden spoons. I have a few and I love them way more than the plastic ones (but don’t tell the plastic ones that ya know).
What is on that spinach?! That would definitely freak me out. I’m in the iphone 4 boat right with you. I keep thinking next year they’ll come out with a 6 and then I can get the 5 for cheaper (or free!). Being a cheapskate means I’m usually 4 years behind on everything haha.
I actually have no idea what it is and I’d rather not know 😆 It’s been 24 hours and I feel fine, so either the leaves I ate didn’t have weirdies on it or they were no big deal. And I’m trying to hold out so that I can use my free upgrade to get a 6 — I just hope it comes out soonish.
Phew, good thing you’re okay! At first I thought I was gonna freak out when I had my blood drawn, but then I realized that it’s not so bad. Now Greg, on the other hand…ahem, hates needles more than anyone you’ll ever know. Don’t tell him I said that, lol.
And I actually love cooking with wooden spoons! It actually makes the food easier to stir without worrying about ruining your pots and pans. Also, it doesn’t make a mess because food doesn’t stick as bad as if you were using a regular one. I don’t know if you have a World Market in Canada, but I think they have some of the best ones at an affordable price!
Also, I love working at coffeeshops! But you know that. 😉
Music for the win! I’m glad the trick helped and you survived the appointment at your doctor’s. Now to convince mine I don’t need to get my blood drawn any time soon… Do you have any blood drawing-approved music inspiration to share 😉 ?
About #2: where do I get those wise prophecies?? Consider the smiles you give us with your posts sunshine and – fulfilled!
And #3? Every.single.time. It’s even more confusing when I schedule my posts and have to change the date or don’t and then they get published at the wrong time over there and… yes. Living in a different time zone is so confusing. Just another reason why I need to move…
I found a maggot in the pre-washed bok choy I bought last week. One time I found a giant bug in my spinach too so I went to the grocery store and complained. They gave me my whole $3 back! Win!
So I’m a trained phlebotomist. Does that scare you? I have no issues with blood and kind of enjoy poking people with needles. I’m also a pro-marksmen shooter. Are you scared to be my friend now?!
You wish! You’re not getting rid of me that easily 😉
Love working at Starbucks and I’m with you ….. I often think it’s the next day of the week. No problems here accessing Spoons from my mobile device.
sooooooooo many things to comment on here….
1. I got wooden spoons for christmas and LOVE them… espeically cooking ground beef they are the best
2. I had difficulty looking at your page from my ipad as well.. i thought maybe your server was down but when i went on my computer it worked.. weird this has never happened before so not sure what it is
3. I have the 4S and want a new phone SO BAD. Mine is so slow and loses its battery in like a second. literally.. if i go on Facebook or instagram im down to 50% within 5-10 mins.. terrible I decided I want to wait for the iphone 6 ?? is that even a thing?
Not yet, but I’m pretty sure it will be soon! I’m hoping to hold out and get the 6 as soon as it hits. Ugh… it’s good to know someone can feel my 4 pain…
Eeww…I don’t know what those orange things are either….but I’m with you, I don’t want to know. Anddd I totally agree with you on being a day ahead…always..
p.s. FB cover looks awesome girlie!
I love grading papers at Starbucks. There is something so warm and inviting about the atmosphere that makes my work feel like a relaxing activity!
Random thought on my mind: I cannot wait for berry season to pick up. I could eat berries alllll day long! Yum!
That’s like me and watermelons! I can’t wait for them to start hitting the shelves too 😀
The spinach is gross! I always wash even the so-called pre-washed stuff. You just never know with that stuff. IPhone 5 is the way to go. The camera is so much better and the battery lasts so much longer than the 4.
lets just pretend we didnt see anything on that spinach okay?
I don’t blame you for going back to ‘Bucks – I’m the same when I’ve been WFH-ing for a bit too long! Hermit-Cat is not a pretty sight. There’s something that tastes better about coffee when someone else makes it for me anyway 😉
OMG I think I just barfed a little after I saw that spinach leaf!! Yikes! Yeah, I’m so annoyed with FB and their algorithms. I try to put a fair bit of effort into my page but I don’t think anyone sees it. Soooo frustrating!
One summer I tried to eat everything with chopsticks and got really, really good at using them! The best thing to practice with when you’re not ravenous? Corn. Good luck, my friend. Lol! At least you’ll be a pro soon enough! ;o)
I like your random collection of hotel room keys. That’s actually a pretty cool collection if you ask me especially the ones from Disney! They’re kind of cute ;o)
Have a great day, girl!
Love the new Facebook cover! And if you EVER figure out what makes a good post, let me know :). I think I’ve given up on trying to figure out Facebook for business/ blogging! Ewwww on the orange bugs!
I learned to eat with chop sticks while I wa in china on a school trip. It was kind of a use the chop sticks provided or go hungry situation. I have had problems accessing spoons recently too, it’s random if it decides to work or not.
Not gonna lie — If I was in that situation, I would probably just end up trying to stab my food with one of the sticks 😆 Unless I was eating with others and that was considered disrespectful, then I’d try my best to do it. Oi.
I totally feel ya on that working from home stir craziness. I also work from home and on the rare occasion that I do actually get myself out of the house to work from a cafe, I feel so much better. But for some reason once I start work every morning, it’s hard for me to stop and actually get myself to another location.
That spinach looks creepy! I’ve been encountering questionable things on my greens lately, as well. Ahhh!
I’m pretty positive you bring sunshine into MANY people’s lives by your fun and creative blog posts and sweet comments! So, I’d say that fortune is pretty accurate. 😉
Love your new Facebook cover – beautiful photos!
wooden spoons would be awesome for cooking… and you’re justified for getting some (relating back to your blog name 😉 )
i think these look pretty nifty:
http://food52.com/provisions/products/383-fresh-soil-dipped-wooden-spoons-set-of-3
and i can totally relate to getting out of the house to work. sometimes, i even walk to a farther coffeeshop just so i can move around a bit before sitting on my butt for 3+ hours…
Girl I am rocking the iPhone 4 as well! After having a blackberry for 3 years it is definitely a nice change lol!
And on the topic of wooden spoons I have plenty in my household. I mean they are pretty per say but a pain in the butt to wash and the texture of them kinda freaks me out. I don’t know what it is but wooden utensils and cotton are just two things I do not like the feeling of. Which is totally random. Ah well!
love Thursdays and coming here to share random thoughts!! :)I love wooden spoons, I have two old ones from my mom! Love kitchen things 🙂 PS. I follow you on FB, LIKE mine and we can be connected there too ! –> https://www.facebook.com/pages/Piece-of-Cait/487328904710207
I follow your page with Spoons! I don’t have a personal FB account though, so I’m not entirely sure how to ‘like’ pages…
Woop woop! Bring back the Starbucks! During my exam week, I probably got a grande latte every day o.o. SO much money anddd I’m going to stop typing about it because I don’t want to think about how much I spent haha. Glad you’re treatin’ yourself though!
Happy Thursday, lady!
I justify it by grabbing a regular coffee, which is like half the price…. aaaand something I could make at home by myself, but we’re not going to think about that. I’ll grab a cappuccino when I rack up enough points for a free drink 😀
Oh man, I admire you for rocking your 4. I have the 5 and I can’t freaking wait to get a new one in the fall – I’m crossing my fingers there’s a 6 out by then 🙂
I’ve given up on figuring out how to promote on FB. I post things and if people see it they see it, if not, well that’s was Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram are for, I guess 🙂
I honestly had no intentions of switching over to the 5 until my boyfriend got one and I seen how amazing the camera is.. it’s totally worth it 🙂
Yeah, pretty sure “prewashed” isn’t real. I’d be disturbed by whatever that is on your spinach too, though!
Apparently fewer than 20% of your Facebook followers actually see your posts, unless you pay to have them promoted. It’s super annoying!
I definitely do the “what day is it again?” thing when blogging! I think it’s normal if you write your posts the night before 🙂 And you neeeeeeed to start eating with chopsticks. It will change your life. Add besides, it makes everything taste better. It’s a proven fact. Happy Thursday!
Ugh – I remember a few months ago getting VERY frustrated with my iPhone 4. It was so slow in the end, despite clearing out so many apps/photos/music. I took advantage of a New Year’s special for teachers in my area and picked up a 5S for $0 – and sold my iPhone 4 for $100 (and I only paid $50 originally for it, haha). Depending on who you have, you can upgrade 6 months before your contract is up.
Ooo! That’s definitely good to know! Part of me wants to take advantage of that, but part of me thinks I should wait and hope that the 6 comes out soon…
If I found whatever those are on my spinach I would FREAK. I’ve heard horror stories of people finding bugs in their spinach… it makes me never want to eat spinach again. o.0
Also, we have a wooden spoon/spatula type thing at home–it’s not all that it’s cracked up to be. 😉 It’s a little hard to clean, and it needs to be replaced pretty often, but I also am not a fan of food photography (although I can appreciate it… and by that I mean OOOH THAT LOOKS SO GOOD), so I have never considered it in that context. 🙂
That colony of orange things on your spinach is going to haunt me in my dreams. My friend had a similar issue with pre-washed greens. She was munching on some arugula and realized that amoungst all the leaves on her plate there was a giant green grasshopper. Ahh! My nightmare. As for phones, I feel ya. My 5 broke a month ago so I’ve been using a 4 for now. I want the 5s but I also don’t want the 6 to come out a few months later. I think ill patiently wait.
If it makes you feel any better…I found a bug in my bag of spinach the other day. I am now paranoid EVERY time I open a bag of spinach for my smoothies :/