swollen eyes
red splotches on face
sushi my friends
not domestic violence
first time this has ever happened from food
(read-cats do it for me)
i would be more bummed about it
if i weren't so sleepy from the antihistamine
barry's tea needs to cool down
so i can driiiinnnk it
at least i didn't have anaphylactic shock!
surriously...firing squad?
Showing posts with label badass. Show all posts
Showing posts with label badass. Show all posts
Monday, September 21, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
True Lyaf: Mer Should Donate Her Body To Science, Part II
Dear kids,
This summer has been super fun.
For whatever reason, living in a congested and humid city built on a swamp led to my largest organ having a total meltdown...I know, shocking. Of course, I'm talkin' about the skin!
It all started with a little fun all-natural detergent from Trader Joes. Really, I am not quite sure what I was thinking. Purchasing a botanical item to basically soak fabric which has physical contact with me all day long?! Note: when you are allergic to a vast quantity of “botanicals” approach with the upmost care. It only took me about 10 days to three weeks to discover the source of the irritant. Nothing makes a girl feel sexier than red itchy skin!
Well, once irritated, the litany of annoyance carried through the majority of the summer when I decided to attempt a massive detox using the “Clean Program” (of Gwyneth Paltrow fame). I say “attempt” because an ill-timed visit to New York City and an overall lack of will power totally screwed it up at around day 14 of 21.
This DID however help clear up some of the madness as did the following:
A visit to the Immunologist for food testing…
Allergic to: barley, shrimp, barley malt
A visit to the Gastroenterologist for an esophageal endoscopy and biopsy…
An affirmative diagnoses of Eosinophilic Esophagitis
(an allergic inflammatory condition in the esophagus, yeah)
Another visit to the Immunologist for MORE food testing (this time on my back!) …
Allergic to: peanuts (and pretty much every other nut in existence except almonds and walnuts, green olives, rye, yeast, flounder, pork, tomatoes, potatoes, mollusks, eggs (again?!), etc. etc.
Is this confirmation that I may indeed be an otherworldly being?
So, for all the jokes about living in a bubble (good God, if you only knew how much I wish that was possible) and donating my body to science…
I am donating my body to the National Institute of Health.
Love,
Merlikethesea
This summer has been super fun.
For whatever reason, living in a congested and humid city built on a swamp led to my largest organ having a total meltdown...I know, shocking. Of course, I'm talkin' about the skin!
It all started with a little fun all-natural detergent from Trader Joes. Really, I am not quite sure what I was thinking. Purchasing a botanical item to basically soak fabric which has physical contact with me all day long?! Note: when you are allergic to a vast quantity of “botanicals” approach with the upmost care. It only took me about 10 days to three weeks to discover the source of the irritant. Nothing makes a girl feel sexier than red itchy skin!
Well, once irritated, the litany of annoyance carried through the majority of the summer when I decided to attempt a massive detox using the “Clean Program” (of Gwyneth Paltrow fame). I say “attempt” because an ill-timed visit to New York City and an overall lack of will power totally screwed it up at around day 14 of 21.
This DID however help clear up some of the madness as did the following:
A visit to the Immunologist for food testing…
Allergic to: barley, shrimp, barley malt
A visit to the Gastroenterologist for an esophageal endoscopy and biopsy…
An affirmative diagnoses of Eosinophilic Esophagitis
(an allergic inflammatory condition in the esophagus, yeah)
Another visit to the Immunologist for MORE food testing (this time on my back!) …
Allergic to: peanuts (and pretty much every other nut in existence except almonds and walnuts, green olives, rye, yeast, flounder, pork, tomatoes, potatoes, mollusks, eggs (again?!), etc. etc.
Is this confirmation that I may indeed be an otherworldly being?
So, for all the jokes about living in a bubble (good God, if you only knew how much I wish that was possible) and donating my body to science…
I am donating my body to the National Institute of Health.
Love,
Merlikethesea
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
201st POST biatches. Fill yer boots.
M: Could life be more boring than sitting in a cubicle all day with no engagement whatsoever?
Like this heavy glaze has been put on your synapses
Nothing is firing through the paper mache masking your mind
Surriously. I am soooo bored.
you can search by tags, it's stuff i've bookmarked to read later.
C: I kinda hate ScarJ's tatt. O i got the 14th off. PARTY ON.
M: Party On Wayne!
We should dress up like wayne and garth on the 14th...maybe bevis and butthead, but our hairs are too long now. Laterz.
We should dress up like wayne and garth on the 14th...maybe bevis and butthead, but our hairs are too long now. Laterz.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
MER?!
Mer and I have been busy! Our last post was over 2 months ago!?! Say it ain't so!!! Anyway, life is good. She has a great boyfriend and moved to a big city and got a new job! I just got a new job, but it is so flipping sweet I don't even know what to say about it, other than it's on teh interwebs and it is NOT pr0n and it is teh awesome!!! Lolz.
Miss yoooooooooou!
xoxoxoxox
Claire [de Mer de Clair(e)]
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008
Mustache Monday Vol. 30!!!!!
Found online when I searched "Obama Mustache"
Happy THIRTIETH MUSTACHE MONDAY!!!
Monday, February 4, 2008
in case you didn't notice.
Mer de Clair(e) is on a wee bit of a hiatus!
Basically we are both really busy and lazy and struck by winter madness. We shall return soon with a new, improved version of the site. Well, not really. We'll just start blogging again. Loaf ewe!!! --MdC
Thursday, January 10, 2008
go OOOOObama!
So I was totally on the fence about Obama or Edwards, but after two states and this ridiculous email (see below) merlikethesea is OFFICIALLY an OBAMA grrl.
*********WARNING: COMPLETE CRAP**********
Who is Barack Obama? Something that should be considered when you make your choice. If you do not ever forward anything else, please forward this to all Your contacts...it is very scary to think of what could lie ahead for us Here in our own United States...better heed this and pray about it and share it. We checked this out on " snopes.Com". It is factual. Check for yourself.
Who is Barack Obama? Probable U. S. Presidential candidate, Barack Hussein Obama was born In Honolulu , Hawaii , to Barack Hussein Obama, Sr., a black MUSLIM From Nyangoma-Kogel , Kenya and Ann Dunham, a white Athiest from Wichita , Kansas .
Obama's parents met at the University of Hawaii . When Obama was two Years old, his parents divorced. His father returned to Kenya His
Mother then married Lolo Soetoro, a RADICAL Muslim from Indonesia . When Obama was 6 years old, the family relocated to Indonesia . Obama Attended a MUSLIM school in Jakarta . He also spent two years in a Catholic school. Obama takes great care to conceal the fact that he is a Muslim. He is Quick to point out that, "He was once a Muslim, but that he also Attended Catholic school." Obama's political handlers are attempting to make it appear that he is not a radical.
Obama's introduction to Islam came via his father, and that this Influence was temporary at best. In reality, the senior Obama returned To Kenya soon after the divorce, and never again had any direct Influence over his son's education. Lolo Soetoro, the second husband of Obama's mother, Ann Dunham, Introduced his stepson to Islam. Obama was enrolled in a Wahabi school In Jakarta . Wahabism is the RADICAL ISLAMIC teaching that is followed by the Muslim Terrorists who are now waging Jihad against the western world. Since It is politically expedient to be a CHRISTIAN when seeking major Public office in the United States , Barack Hussein Obama has joined The United Church of Christ in an attempt to downplay his Muslim Background. ALSO, keep in mind that when he was sworn into office he DID NOT use the Holy Bible, but instead the Koran.
Barack Hussein Obama will NOT recite the Pledge of Allegience nor
Will he show any reverence for our flag. While others place their hands
Over their hearts, Obama turns his back to the flag and slouches.
Let us all remain alert concerning Obama's expected presidential Candidacy. The Muslims have said they plan on destroying the US from the inside Out, what better way to start than at the highest level - through the President of the United States , one of their own!!!! Please forward to everyone you know. Would you want this man leading Our country?..... NOT ME!!!
***************************************************
Actually, I DID research this using their link to snopes.com and it in fact says that their accusations are FALSE.
Here is my response:
To all:
Concerning the "information" written below (sic), I would like to see where this rant is derived from. It seems to be quite sensationalist and discriminatory. I somehow doubt that a leading Presidential candidate would turn his back on the flag of the nation he hopes to lead.
Religion has been a contentious issue among presidential candidates since JFK was called into question for being Catholic. Opponents accused that there was no way a Catholic president could govern without mandate from the Vatican, to which JFK responded that his religion in no way would effect his decisions and ability to lead the United States of America. America is after all the melting pot, and the separation of church and state is a founding principle.
Barack Obama is widely recognized as a candidate for positive change, one whose message is one of collaboration among parties, not division. His record is consistent with his message, and to hear him speak, you get the feeling that he genuinely seems sincere about his commitment to the American people. The fact that he is black and possibly at one time practiced Islam is irrelevant to me. Our beloved Robert C. Byrd was admittedly a member of the KKK at one time, a bigoted and racist organization. Look at all of the wonderful things he has done for the state of West Virginia.
I plead with all of you to take a closer look into the candidates. Look at what their record speaks of and where they stand on the REAL issues.
Please do not let your VITAL and IMPORTANT vote be swayed by fear mongering and hearsay.
Your fellow citizen,
merlikethesea
*********WARNING: COMPLETE CRAP**********
Who is Barack Obama? Something that should be considered when you make your choice. If you do not ever forward anything else, please forward this to all Your contacts...it is very scary to think of what could lie ahead for us Here in our own United States...better heed this and pray about it and share it. We checked this out on " snopes.Com". It is factual. Check for yourself.
Who is Barack Obama? Probable U. S. Presidential candidate, Barack Hussein Obama was born In Honolulu , Hawaii , to Barack Hussein Obama, Sr., a black MUSLIM From Nyangoma-Kogel , Kenya and Ann Dunham, a white Athiest from Wichita , Kansas .
Obama's parents met at the University of Hawaii . When Obama was two Years old, his parents divorced. His father returned to Kenya His
Mother then married Lolo Soetoro, a RADICAL Muslim from Indonesia . When Obama was 6 years old, the family relocated to Indonesia . Obama Attended a MUSLIM school in Jakarta . He also spent two years in a Catholic school. Obama takes great care to conceal the fact that he is a Muslim. He is Quick to point out that, "He was once a Muslim, but that he also Attended Catholic school." Obama's political handlers are attempting to make it appear that he is not a radical.
Obama's introduction to Islam came via his father, and that this Influence was temporary at best. In reality, the senior Obama returned To Kenya soon after the divorce, and never again had any direct Influence over his son's education. Lolo Soetoro, the second husband of Obama's mother, Ann Dunham, Introduced his stepson to Islam. Obama was enrolled in a Wahabi school In Jakarta . Wahabism is the RADICAL ISLAMIC teaching that is followed by the Muslim Terrorists who are now waging Jihad against the western world. Since It is politically expedient to be a CHRISTIAN when seeking major Public office in the United States , Barack Hussein Obama has joined The United Church of Christ in an attempt to downplay his Muslim Background. ALSO, keep in mind that when he was sworn into office he DID NOT use the Holy Bible, but instead the Koran.
Barack Hussein Obama will NOT recite the Pledge of Allegience nor
Will he show any reverence for our flag. While others place their hands
Over their hearts, Obama turns his back to the flag and slouches.
Let us all remain alert concerning Obama's expected presidential Candidacy. The Muslims have said they plan on destroying the US from the inside Out, what better way to start than at the highest level - through the President of the United States , one of their own!!!! Please forward to everyone you know. Would you want this man leading Our country?..... NOT ME!!!
***************************************************
Actually, I DID research this using their link to snopes.com and it in fact says that their accusations are FALSE.
Here is my response:
To all:
Concerning the "information" written below (sic), I would like to see where this rant is derived from. It seems to be quite sensationalist and discriminatory. I somehow doubt that a leading Presidential candidate would turn his back on the flag of the nation he hopes to lead.
Religion has been a contentious issue among presidential candidates since JFK was called into question for being Catholic. Opponents accused that there was no way a Catholic president could govern without mandate from the Vatican, to which JFK responded that his religion in no way would effect his decisions and ability to lead the United States of America. America is after all the melting pot, and the separation of church and state is a founding principle.
Barack Obama is widely recognized as a candidate for positive change, one whose message is one of collaboration among parties, not division. His record is consistent with his message, and to hear him speak, you get the feeling that he genuinely seems sincere about his commitment to the American people. The fact that he is black and possibly at one time practiced Islam is irrelevant to me. Our beloved Robert C. Byrd was admittedly a member of the KKK at one time, a bigoted and racist organization. Look at all of the wonderful things he has done for the state of West Virginia.
I plead with all of you to take a closer look into the candidates. Look at what their record speaks of and where they stand on the REAL issues.
Please do not let your VITAL and IMPORTANT vote be swayed by fear mongering and hearsay.
Your fellow citizen,
merlikethesea
Monday, January 7, 2008
Thursday, December 27, 2007
lazy superficial asses
We haven’t blogged at ALL…….
How about a tribute to Benazir Bhutto? She was SOOOO pretty and fabulous…it’s sad when beautiful politicians die…she’s like Kennedy or Princess Di…
Plus I loaf the name Benazir.
whoa! i didn't know she died. (this was at like 9 a.m. -Edit) AHHHH that is so f'd up!!!
that IS gangsta. kind of a neat way to go i suppose.
on a side note. i have mad g@s.
THREE HOURS PASS
(on the telephone)
C: What are we going to blawg about?
M: Let's blawg about Daniel Day-Lewis and Benizar (sic) Bhutto.
C: I am too lazy to do that, I am going to put up this picture of a really fat cat
M: Are you even going to "paint" on it?
C: Yeah.
How about a tribute to Benazir Bhutto? She was SOOOO pretty and fabulous…it’s sad when beautiful politicians die…she’s like Kennedy or Princess Di…
Plus I loaf the name Benazir.
whoa! i didn't know she died. (this was at like 9 a.m. -Edit) AHHHH that is so f'd up!!!
It makes my heart break a little more with the death of glamour. JFK jr, Caroline Bessette, Princess Di.
Beautiful people aren't supposed to die...
Yeah, she was ASSASINATED. That’s so gangsta, right?
She was so freaking beautiful. Looked like Etheline Tenenbaum.
Yeah, she was ASSASINATED. That’s so gangsta, right?
She was so freaking beautiful. Looked like Etheline Tenenbaum.
that IS gangsta. kind of a neat way to go i suppose.
on a side note. i have mad g@s.
THREE HOURS PASS
(on the telephone)
C: What are we going to blawg about?
M: Let's blawg about Daniel Day-Lewis and Benizar (sic) Bhutto.
C: I am too lazy to do that, I am going to put up this picture of a really fat cat
M: Are you even going to "paint" on it?
C: Yeah.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Monday, November 5, 2007
Mustache Monday Vol. 23
Claire is back from vacay. She intends to illegally immigrate into Mexico. Wacka-Oaxaca!!!!
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Monday, October 15, 2007
Mustache Monday Vol. 20
the other day I was talking to Chuck about how I could really use a cup of coffee and so he said, “sure, I love coffee, that sounds like a great idea”, and we walked to Starbucks. When we got there I ordered a tall caramel macchiato because that is what Meg Ryan’s character orders in “You’ve Got Mail” and Chuck ordered a roundhouse kick to my face for being such a pansy. In addition, he served up roundhouse kicks to the staff just to solidify his point. Immediately following, he took a brisk walk down the sidewalk enjoying a Cinnamon Dolce Latte, commenting that it really does “warm you with every sip.”xo, merlikethesea
Monday, October 8, 2007
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Two for Tuesday: normal v. busted MER
The picture on the right doesn't quite capture the fantastic amount of orbital, nasal and zygomatic swelling that i've been rocking the last several days. In fact, i think it looks down right serene (that was the idea,what with the garden and budda behind me). besides the intese "fight" mode that i operated in the few hours following my accident (in which i maintained a strange level of clairty that i don't really recall now), it is my dedecution that straight nose mer would probably kick crooked nose mer's arse. i have been reduced to a jittery, small, frightened shell of myself from the extreme trauma of my "flight" down the stairs. i don't like being alone, and have taken to sleeping with pillows and blankets surrounding me, and having bizarre dreams that are downright terrifying. i want my mommy.
overall, i am glad to have managed only to break my nose and fracture my eye socket in two places. i could have been left with a concussion or any manner of additional broken body parts. additionally, thank goodness i am young enough to learn the lesson "use the handrails when you walk down the stairs, even if they are gross and germ ridden" and "only princess diana never looked down as she walked down the stairs (God rest her soul), normal people don't do that."
Friday, September 28, 2007
OH NOOOOEZ!
Due to an unfortunate disaster involving Ms. Disaster, this week's Philosopher Phriday is once again postponed. After an epic and violent fall from a flight of stairs in the style of Scarlett O'Hara, Ms. Disaster's proboscis is experiencing a bit of a displacement. The patient is in jovial spirits and reports that said body part resembles "parentheses."
Thursday, September 27, 2007
An open letter to my period
Dear Period,
Where are you? I’ve been cranky for days now and am in a significant amount of pain. My stomach is puffy and I would really like to punch someone in the face. Doubling over and clutching my abdomen causes a dragon-like roar to emanate from my vocal cords. All of my clothes look terrible and yesterday I was forced to indulge in a serious case of retail therapy.
Look, I know I’m not knocked up because I haven’t been laid in a while, so what’s your problem? Don’t even think about starting tonight. I have a date with the 9:30 club and am expected to rock out to the sweet warbling of Jenny Lewis from Rilo Kiley. I fully intend to squelch your side-effects with ibuprofen, acetaminophen and pamabrom...so don’t even f*ck with me- you oppressive monthly plague.
Sincerely yours,
Ms. Disaster
Where are you? I’ve been cranky for days now and am in a significant amount of pain. My stomach is puffy and I would really like to punch someone in the face. Doubling over and clutching my abdomen causes a dragon-like roar to emanate from my vocal cords. All of my clothes look terrible and yesterday I was forced to indulge in a serious case of retail therapy.
Look, I know I’m not knocked up because I haven’t been laid in a while, so what’s your problem? Don’t even think about starting tonight. I have a date with the 9:30 club and am expected to rock out to the sweet warbling of Jenny Lewis from Rilo Kiley. I fully intend to squelch your side-effects with ibuprofen, acetaminophen and pamabrom...so don’t even f*ck with me- you oppressive monthly plague.
Sincerely yours,
Ms. Disaster
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