Move On

Why is it every time I discuss law school with someone the following question arises: Have you heard anything from Harvard? Actually, I haven't. I've moved on and so should you. LOL. I have already rented an apartment and spotted out my favorite spots to eat. Dreams of daily trips to SOHO are in my head not traveling or moving to Boston. Yes, it would have been great if I got admitted off the waitlist. However, I didn't. So can we talk about NYU? A top 10 law school in the world's greatest city. Going forward ask me about my plans for NYU not about Harvard. Thanks!

Singles Only

So I have started to explore my neighborhood, rated the the #1 City for Singles in America,and come to the following conclusions: Everyone here exercises and the percentage of hot well dressed people to hot messes is a lot higher than most cities. I must admit that the fact that everyone exercises doesn't necessarily mean everyone is fit. Trust me, I have seen some Oompa Loompas calling themselves jogging. However, it does provide the inspiration to go for that three mile run or to do those extra pushups. Nigerian Princess says its just another sign of my manorexia. Hopefully, one of those singles on the street likes her men with a slight eating disorder. Just jokes. Anyway, the hotness quotient is definitely a good thing on the eyes. Plus, it makes me strive to do better. To eat better, dress better, and even to try to smell better. I'll keep you posted on whether this leads to to more weekday afternoon unemployed trysts.

Unemployed is the New Employed

Anyone sending me an email at work will recieve the following Out of Office message:

Please direct all communication to Liza as I am no longer an employee of Savings & Loans, effective July 25, 2008.

That was it. I sent the following quote as a farewell to my coworkers:

Even when someone battles hard, there is an equal portion for one who lingers behind, and in the same honor are held both the coward and the brave man; the idle man and he who has done much meet death alike. Homer, The Iliad


I still can't believe its all over. The day I wanted, wished, and oh so impatiently waited for finally came. Its a relief to know that I will not be suffering anymore. At the same time, its sad because I am going to miss a number of my coworkers, who were literally some of the funniest people I have ever met. I am so excited because in less than a month, August 24th, I will start orientation for NYU Law. I am not sure what I am going to do with my month off but I won't be posting journal entries or arguing with European counterparts on the phone. I think I am really going to enjoy being unemployed.

Deadliest Catch

Have you guys seen this show? Who knew people died so I could eat crabs? Rather sad. Anyway, great show. Check it out on Discovery.

Look at the Countdown

Definitely did no work today. We laughed and joked all day via email. Took an hour and 15 minute lunch which began with Nigerian Princess commenting on the local avian population:

These pigeons got a lot of attitude. They just be like get out of my way (as she proceeded to walk like a bird).

I couldn't stop laughing. I am going to miss my coworkers.

You Get One

The comments about my weight are getting out of control. Yesterday, "When are you going to start eating?" The other day, "You really are looking a little emaciated." The fact is I weigh what some one my height is supposed to. I know is not often you see healthy individuals but I am what a lot of the commentators should be striving for. So yeah, the next person who has a comment better watch out because I am coming for them. Someone has to be made an example of because this out of pocketness isn't going to work.

Royal Appearance

As you can tell b my countdown the King has really little time left at Savings & Loans. In less than 10 days he will have a lot of free time and not much to do between July and August 25th. If you live in a warm climate and would like the King to make an appearance leave a note. Let's be very clear: Those living in the Midwest and South please don't respond. I am not coming to Iowa and am definitely not coming to South Carolina. I guess that leaves residents of Florida, California, Nevada, and possibly Arizona. Scratch Arizona, I think Phoenix might be a little too hot for my tastes. Seriously lets do a trip somewhere and have a reunion.

Goodbye

Below is the transcript of my conversation with Email Gangsta stating that I would be leaving Savings & Loans. Note his overall lack of concern When you have obnoxious aggressive emails to send out, I guess you really don't have time to discuss important issues with your subordinates.


Knock on the door.

Me: I just sent the file you requested.
EG: Yup, I am looking at it right now.
Me: Do you have a second?
EG: Sure.

Close door.

Me: I just wanted to let you know earlier today I submitted my letter or
resignation to the FA Program Director.
EG: Ok.
Me: (Shocked at the no reaction) My last day will be July 25th.
EG: Ok.

Silent Pause.

EG: So what are you going to do?
Me: I am going to NYU law school in the fall. Everything is squared away
and I am ready to go.
EG: Ok.
Me: Ok.

Exit office.

Question?

To the Obama supporters: Did Barack's recent flip-flopping on major policy issues make you see him for what he really is, a politician? I'm just asking.

I'm Wasting Away

Today, I went to the doctor to get my Immunization form for Law School completed. I was away from work for about 4 hours because the doctor decided he wanted to use me as guinea pig. I got shots and had my ears cleaned out with high pressure water, which was literally the most painful thing ever. Anyway, I returned to work looking a little disheveled and FrontOffice Girl, never lacking in her ability to be discreet, screams in the elevator bank: "OMG, King. What's wrong? Look at you. You look EMACIATED. You used to fill your clothes out and now look at you. They are all big. You really need to stop that Invisalign." Then she enters the elevator and leaves me to ponder her words.

I have lost five pounds since getting the braces. I didn't think it made that much of a difference but clearly it has. I have to start eating again. Emaciated is not a good look. Gotta appreciate FrontOffice Girl's honesty.

Beheading

Offense: Grand Larceny
Offender: Crackhead(s)

So yesterday I went shopping and bought all this stuff for the apartment. Like an idiot I left the stuff in the trunk because my dad didn't want to make any more tips back to the apartment. Well last night, Somebody (read: broke cackhead) broke into my car and took all the stuff I bought. I am guessing it happened to be more than one because I know crackheads have super powers when they need a fix but it was a lot of stuff. Anyway, I got in my car this morning and it was a mess. These fools didn't break any windows or smash anything but they rummaged through everything. Papers were everywhere and clearly they wanted whatever they could find. You might be asking yourself but King how do you know it was crackheads?

Clue 1: They took all the change EVEN the pennies.
Clue 2: Those fools took a USED toothbrush. What they hell are they going to do with a USED toothbrush?
Clue 3: They took an EMPTY 10 gallon water jug that was in the trunk.
Clue 4: They left the ice scraper. Not even a crackhead can sell an ice scraper in July.

I was really good until I saw they took the Mary Cds. Then it was over. Anyway, Amex may reimburse all the stolen goods so it might not be any loss money. However, I am really upset about the MJB. They took my heart.

Punishment: They have to stop doing crack.

Move-In Day

Remember the first day of college when you move all your stuff into your dorm and meet your new roommate. Well, today was that day for me all over again except this time it was my own place. Today, I had all my furniture delivered and my apartment is now not just an empty space but a home. The bedroom set is beautiful even though its a little too big for the room. I have ample closet space while the couch I picked out works perfectly for the living room. Of course my dad went overboard and bought me two 42 inch flat screen TVs: one for the bedroom and one for the living room. You can always count him to do so much more than what is required. Anyway, the place is going to be beautiful once its all done. I have a few more pieces to buy and a bunch of final touches to make. Its going take at least the next two months to get this place in tip top shape. I think my first night living there will be this Wednesday. We shall see.

Somebody Gotta Come Fix This