I dont wanna

You know you dont want to go on a date when you have to leave in 20minutes and your makeup isnt done, you smell like smoke, you are wearing dirty jeans and you have absolutely no intention of changing any of it.

I chatted with this guy last night on ok cupid. He sounds horrible but in such a freakish way I was intrigued. Hey new experiences right? That all sounded well and good until this afternoon when I realized

1. Its cold and I dont want to leave my house
2. Im really tired
3. I rather stay in and dye my hair
4. He is probably too progressive to buy my dinner
5. And I have absolutely no intention of every sleeping with this person...ever....EVER

So my plan was to nonchalantly suggest a reschedule, I guess he is allready in the city and wanted to move the time up. I suppose the quicker it is over the better.

Braver than usual

After work yesterday I got my hair cut and went out for happy hour drinks with all of the 3 people I know in Chicago.

No one else really wanted to go out and with 3 beers already in my system I decided that tonight was the night I was going to go to a bar alone. I went home, fed the dogs refreshed my makeup and was out the door in about 15minutes before I had time to change my mind.

My first stop was roscos mainly because I was cold and I had physically been there before. I ordered a drink, had a seat at the bar and realized I was the only girl there. Then some snotty gay guy came up, tapped me an sneered appearance I had taken his seat. I downed my drink and left...this was not going well.

Bar 2: Sidetracks
I liked it better, trendy nice glasses friendly bar tender that chatted with me for a bit. I was still sitting alone futzing with my phone and waiting to get drunk enough to talk to strangers. I heard my name. I look over and there is one of my employees sitting around drinking with his friends. I stop over trying to save some face and left yet again as soon as my drink was finished. I went out for a cigarette trying to plan my next move when my luck turned.

I butted into a conversation of fellow smokers. All of them were recent transplants as well and they invited me to hang out for the night. We had so much fun. I chatted I drank I flirted.

Bar 3: Spin
Drunk, I remember drag queens and shamelessly hitting on the bar tender. I remember stumbling to the bathroom, talking to basically anyone I ran into. Dancing, singing some lady gaga and falling into a cab at 3am to get home.

Today:
So hung over. So worth it.

In other news I have a date tomorrow with a guy who sounds rediculous but its not like I have anything better to do anyways.

I also think I will have a date/possibly friend date later this week with a gal from the interwebs. She sounds fun and adorable so much more hope for that situation.

So yes life is good.

Fucking REALLY!?!??

The following is a live chat session from this afternoon...Names have been changed to protect me from being sued.


Live Chat
Connected Status: Analyst Unhelpful Comcast Representative is here and your issue status is: working
Problem: Installer is not here...

user Annabelle_ has entered room

Annabelle(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:43:33 GMT-0600 (CST))>

analyst Unhelpful Comcast Representative has entered room


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:43:40 GMT-0600 (CST))>

Hello Annabelle_, Thank you for contacting Comcast Live Chat Support. My name is Unhelpful Comcast Representative. Please give me one moment to review your information.

Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:43:55 GMT-0600 (CST))>
ok


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:43:57 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I am now checking your information. How are you doing today?


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:44:03 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I'm okay.
my installer was supposed to be here between 10am-1pm and they are not here yet. I meant to call but my reception isnt the best so i thought i would try this first


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:44:42 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I hope that means that you're doing great today.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:45:54 GMT-0600 (CST))>
would you be able to check on the status?


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:45:57 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I see.


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:45:58 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I apologize for this if this has been an inconvenience. Let me go ahead and start assisting you on this.
I would like to have your Comcast account number so that I could start assisting you with your request.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:46:39 GMT-0600 (CST))>
umm I dont think I have an account number, they didnt give me anything when i set up the instal time


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:48:06 GMT-0600 (CST))>
That's fine. I have the account information with me now.


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:48:07 GMT-0600 (CST))>
XXXXX is your account number, actually .


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:48:22 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Thank you
I did check my phone and and I didnt have any missed calls or voice mails


Unhelpful Comcast Representative(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:50:01 GMT-0600 (CST))>
That's fine.


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:50:08 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I'm checking on your appointment now.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:50:12 GMT-0600 (CST))>
ok


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:50:22 GMT-0600 (CST))>
The technician should be there by 4pm, Annabelle.


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:50:27 GMT-0600 (CST))>
What time is it there?


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:50:32 GMT-0600 (CST))>
By 4pm?!


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:50:44 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Wasnt my appointment set up from 10-1?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:51:20 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I'm sorry , 1pm, I mean.


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:51:25 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Sorry about that, that was pure typo.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:52:00 GMT-0600 (CST))>
well it is 1:51pm now so they obviously wont be here by 1pm. Is there a way to contact the installer to see where I am on the list?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:53:50 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Okay, sure.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:53:56 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Thank you.


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:54:12 GMT-0600 (CST))>
I will have to give you the local Comcast service station in your area.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:54:29 GMT-0600 (CST))>
ok


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:57:49 GMT-0600 (CST))>
What apartment are you , Annabelle?


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 13:57:53 GMT-0600 (CST))>
XXX


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:58:52 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Thank you.


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:00:36 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Are you ready ?


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:00:38 GMT-0600 (CST))>
yes


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:01:37 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Chicago - North Ave.
Address: Hours:
1255 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60642
Phone: 866-594-1234 Mon, Wed, Fri 9am-6pm, Tue, Thu 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm. Open til 1pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:02:04 GMT-0600 (CST))>
okay that says its only open until 1pm on new years eve


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:02:07 GMT-0600 (CST))>
which is today


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:03:08 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Right, Annabelle.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:03:36 GMT-0600 (CST))>
well calling them isnt going to do me much good...


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:04:23 GMT-0600 (CST))>
so basically, they should have been here over an hour ago and there is absolutely no one to contact to see where they are or if they are even going to show up?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:04:30 GMT-0600 (CST))>
You can have these other numbers to verify the status of the appointment :


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:04:31 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Illinois - IL
Chicago and the Greater Chicago Region: 866-372-4215
Kankakee, Joliet, Aurora (Chicago Market): 866-372-4215
Rockford (Central Illinois): 888-736-6608
Rock Falls (Central Illinois): 888-736-6610
Champaign/Urbana (Central Illinois): 888-736-6612
Peoria (Central Illinois): 888-736-6689
Normal/Bloomington (Central Illinois): 888-736-6694
Macomb (Central Illinois): 888-736-6695
Quincy (Central Illinois): 888-736-6698
Springfield (Central Illinois): 888-736-6705


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:06:39 GMT-0600 (CST))>
okay see here is the thing. I first called the local number where i set up the appointment, who told me to call the 1-800-comcast number was the only way to check on the status, The 1-800 comcast number told me to do live chat for faster service, now you are saying the only way to check is my local office...and now you are saying a non-local general chicago office can help me?


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:06:50 GMT-0600 (CST))>
This is really highly frustrating


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:07:44 GMT-0600 (CST))>
especially considering I have taken the day off work to get this done and have other things that I could be doing than waiting for the instaler to show up and call a bunch of different people all of which give me a new number to call.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:12:05 GMT-0600 (CST))>
So can this Chicago/Greater Chicago number be able help me? (the 866-372-4215) Because quite frankly my patience is tapped. Or should I give up and wait and call on saturday.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:14:51 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Hello?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:15:08 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Yes, I am still here.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:15:12 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Well can it help me or not?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:15:29 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Gwendoly, I'm sorry but that's the only information I could give to you .


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:16:02 GMT-0600 (CST))>
We can't adjust the store's hours of operation .


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:18:06 GMT-0600 (CST))>
What are the hours of opperation for the chicago and greater chicago number?


Unhelpful Comcast Representitive(Thu Dec 31 2009 15:19:04 GMT-0600 (CST))>
You can call the call center number for that, Annabelle.


Annabelle_(Thu Dec 31 2009 14:20:52 GMT-0600 (CST))>
Okay I can see I have exhausted the information available from you to share with me. Good day.

I want my life back

I'm still living in the outskirts of the suburbs. My commute is still awful and my parents still drive me crazy. Consider yourselves updated. I have found an apartment. Bless it I cant wait to move. I can move in a week from today. Happy day. I've been scouring ikea like no tomorrow planning how to arrange my new tiny space. Pictures are sure to follow in the future.

I hope its a promise

So on facebook I became a fan of not listening to nickleback.

kinda ex known as "trailer trash" sent this to me....

"why the hell would u join a hate group? Nickelback is probably better then alot of music you have in your ipod!!! Let me guess you hate slipknot, breaking benjamin, stone sour, and all the top rock bands out there right now as well

I should delete you from my friends list for joining a bunch of haters"

Ooooh I'm threatened.

I can't believe this is the last person I slept with.

Shame.

Smitten

What is my deal with inappropriate crushes? Upon sight I did one of those instant blushes and fell into obnoxious uncontrollable stupid smiling. Its bad. Said person is insanely smart, successful and they just have a good energy about them. (Pardon me for a moment while I go light some candles and burn some incense). It also probably doesn’t help the situation that she kinda looks like Amanda Palmer even though she doesn’t really. I’m hoping I get a hold of myself soon and I can fall into my normal pattern of jealousy apposed to googley admiration.

I'm Here!

I’m overtired. I’m broke. I made it.

After a generous helping of assistance from Rory and Alice I finished staging my house last weekend and it officially went on the market on Monday. I checked out the listing and it doesn’t look half bad. I probably should have painted over the bright purple because it looks a bit much in the house photos…actually all of the pictures are kinda “eh.” I should tell my realtor to put in the listing. House, much like its owner is not very photogenic. Still though if I must say myself it looks pretty kickass. I just hope people will come to see it. Also in checking out the comparables I do not think my pricing is out of line. So I guess now I just wait and see. Which I am more than happy to do since it doesn’t require me to drive anywhere to do it.

The job is okay so far. I’m in that odd first couple weeks where I a little bit have no idea what’s going on and it feels like I never will. Yesterday that already started to turn around. I got to train with some of the techs and had a couple meetings so I fill a smidge bit more up to speed.

Socially my life leaves much to be desired. Unless the young hipster lifestyle involves eating dinner with your parents watching only half the news and being in bed by 9:30pm. I did steal away Friday night to go to happy hour with Cobie, another high school friend and a half dozen or so other equally adorable techie types. This weekend I will probably hang out at home my grandmother is visiting. I think I may jet away to the city on Saturday night for a non-reunion high school reunion. Either that or I will spend the day catching up on sleep. Sleep is cheaper.