I had drinks with some of the finest educators I know...at the end of my career, barring any scandelous happenings between now and then, these are the people whose seal of approval I will surely seek. Each has a special place in my repertoire of mentors. These are my colleagues, friends and moral compasses. Thanks guys, let's not wait so long to get drinks again. Next time we'll pick a spot where not all of the staff is one of Kelly's present or former students. Sorry Kelly, it's going to be hard to support your DARE program this way isn't it? Rusty is home for the holidays. We've been hanging out in my little apartment very close to Shelly Lake (North Raleigh, just outside the beltline but inside the outer beltline) and better yet close to work. Christmas Eve was spent quietly with the Lewis clan in Goldsboro. Christmas day was spent at the movies (Dreamgirls - fun movie) and then Donna Bailey's house for a terrific meal and the warmth of their family and friends.
Tonight? Christmas movies with Medwick and friends. For those expecting a reverent viewing, aint gonna happen. I'm sure we'll be subjected to the litany of seasonal comments accompanying these movies implicating almost every misfit character as an allegory for being "gay". (If you don't believe me, watch these movies with a bunch of Gay men, you too will believe that Rudolph had a thing for Herbie- Can there be any gayer show than Pee Wee's Playhouse Christmas Special?).
Quotes of the week:
"Ach, someday, I just kill you, Valder." of course this is my mother, threatening me on Christmas eve (well deserved, after some smartass comment). Whose afraid of Santa with mommie dearest in the house? Hell hath no fury if she actually reads this post...
"It's a false comfort. There is no difference between a nipple and a pacifier in the way it comforts, although the nipple provides some nurishment." Med (unsurprisingly) in his thickest Johnston County accent, responding to my comments about the value of religion and the ability for Christians to be comforted when troubles avail.
Future plans include a trip to Bev and Doug in Cedar City, Utah (January). Vegas Baby, on February 23rd...come join us. We'll be staying at the Sahara (old school of course) - lots of Raleighites descending on the sin city.
Songs I've enjoyed on the ipod recently:
"It Don't Matter to the Sun" and "Since You've Been Around" - Rosie Thomas.
"Okay, Alright" and "Amen" - The Clumsy Lovers
My brother is busy with monthly "Dr. Sketchy" events...no talent necessary, as I even attended and drew...to see what it is all about check out the following websites:
http://www.drsketchy.com/ - New York based event and concept
http://www.drsketchyraleigh.com/index.htm - Billy's local events
I'll be toasting "Kanpai" on the New Year with an "o-choko" of "Divine Droplets" Sake (Courtesy of my long distance love-Rusty) Nuff' said about the hodge and the podge...enjoy.
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