December 7, 2010

c-PoW

if i had a jersey shore kind of nickname, i would want something really cool like cPOW or something like that.  i wouldn't want to be stuck with a lame nick like ... say snarkie the like.  i don't know why that popped into my brain right now, except i'm running on four hours of sleep and for some reason the sound of "JWoW" is on a loop.  it just kinda rolls off the tongue and echoes.  see...you can't stop it.  it's really weird. 

last night/this morning i took my nephew to the local 'game stop'.  as an avid wow play (that's world of warcraft to the tragically unhip like me) and the new release came out at midnight.  actually it was a lot of fun - we drove out there - talking and laughing all the way.  he was able to be one of the 'normal' out of the bunch as he was not dressed up or talking about role play as he was standing in line.  he got his game and though he's 16 now, he reminded me of when he was little and was happy with a new toy.  *sound of my heart melting*  he even got a cool poster for his younger brother.  that's a good kid. 

the weekend was spent in mostly family related activities - babysitting and a birthday dinner.  and now, here i am back at work.  i did buy a christmas tree on sunday morning and plan on putting it up this week.  when i do that, it will be my first christmas tree in over 10 years.  it will be like opening my ornaments up new. 

next week i get to escape to d.c. for a few days - i'm excited as i'm flying in early enough to get to the smithsonian for a few hours.  national portrait gallery here i come!  the remaining days will be spent in endless meetings but for a bright and shining sunday afternoon, i will be lost among the best and most artistic....and i can't wait.  (of course my camera is taking this trip!)

30 comments:

  1. Hi Char, don't you dare get something like that phrase running round in my head, please.
    There's quite enough running around in there.lol
    I'm behind, as usual, and need to go shopping.
    so what else is new???? Rose has kept me busy, I've been writing about her...having fun just telling her story. Hey, can I use the wording from your copyright, I will change the names to protect the innocent...I don't know how to say it that well...let me know if it's ok...
    till later then,
    friend glenda xo

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  2. After 10 years, opening that ornament box will be like opening a fantastic treasure chest ... Enjoy!

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  3. What a fun outing and what a great aunt you must be...and brave! I wish I could escape to D.C. with you...no, on second thought, at this time of year I'd rather escape to Hawaii! Looking forward to some great D.C. photos next week, but in the meantime, have a great day!

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  4. Can't wait to see the photos from D.C. And you are such a good aunt! I would never be able to handle the crowds that video game releases can bring. :)

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  5. your writing makes me smile and think and feel.
    I like that .
    And hugs on the Christmas tree.

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  6. glenda - no problem!!! copy away on the copyright! :)

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  7. Aw, that is so cute.

    The nephew getting his game, not the cPOW thing lol

    Looking forward to your DC pix!

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  8. well, cPOW...

    Nope. Can't do it. :) Have fun opening your ornaments - I missed mine for one year, and it was like they were all new again! Have a great dc trip - I'm already missing it...the Portrait Gallery is SO great. Looking forward to seeing your pics...

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  9. Yes! cPOW is taking her camera to DC. Cannot WAIT to see your gorgeous photos. Because I know they will be.
    Love reading about your heartfelt chats with the children.

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  10. I hope you have the best time and enjoy yourself immensely. Take lots of pictures.

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  11. cPOW is cracking me up. you know that's going to stick, right ?
    and isn't great when something we already own, even had for years, can feel brand new again ?

    ok DC....watch out.....cPOW is coming your way :)

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  12. cPow indeed... lol.. you're really brave going to a new video game release, don't know that i could handle that kind of excitement!!!
    Will be waiting for the pics of DC with bated breath, have fun!!!!

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  13. hahah C-PoW :) And the first xmas tree in 10 years!? Enjoy that...it's so nice to have the glow of lights filling the room at night.

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  14. Enjoy your Christmas tree, may it bring back some of those great past Christmas memories. Be safe on your trip, and get a lot of use out of that camera!

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  15. you are one fabulous aunt. so happy you got a tree. In high school people used to call me p-dogg, ha!

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  16. I promise I will never call you snarkie!
    I bet DC is beatuiful at this time of year...all decorated for the holidays...just like your house:) Take care, C-PoW:)

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  17. So busy with fun fun things!! Happy Holidays!

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  18. Have a great time, can not wait to see your pictures. enjoy all your treasures while you are decorating your tree. take care.

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  19. nothing makes me happier than a teenager. always my favourite age.

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  20. My SIL goes at midnight to buy new games and then takes the next day off work so he can play. I love it. Men are big kids.

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  21. THE SMITHSONIAN! you lucky thing! i have never been. i just know i could spend a week there if they would let me!!!! lucky you!!!

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  22. your nephew sounds like one great kid. and a little time away at the smithsonian...heaven, i can imagine. i'm hoping to get to the MMOA to see the Leibovitz gallery before it's gone. i really hope i can fit it in.

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  23. Love this post and your trip to d.c. sounds like it will be a great escape (even if it is work-related) Can't wait to see your pics when you return. Love your description of taking your nephew shopping--so sweet!

    xo Mary Jo

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  24. Hello JWOW-Y best Aunty in the cPOW Universe...you're always doing wonderful things with your neices abd nephews...they must LOVE their Aunty Char!
    Wish I could join you on your trip to the Naional Portrait Gallery...LOVE the one in London too.
    HUGS and safe trip...can't wait to see pics.
    Char.x

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  25. i hope you had an amazing trip with lots of interesting photo opps!

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  26. Your first tree in 10 years? Wow, that's a long time! I have to say, I love the looks of a tree but am SO sick of decorating it. The day it comes down I breathe a sigh of relief because it means we are one day closer to Spring ; )

    Wishing you a fabulous trip to our nations capitol!

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  27. it's nice to be back..i miss all the good stuff you have here at ramblins...

    well, i'll be spending more minutes here so this is all for now...

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  28. Oooh, have fun at the Smithsonian ... I've never been, but it's on my list!

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