Who am I?
After completing graduate school in DC, I moved to Los Angeles in an attempt to find my place in a world where I don’t really belong. Please… do I look like I fit in to the Hollywood scene? Not even close. Maybe if I was friends with Pipi Longstockings. Which is why I just moved back to DC… where the normal people live. Aaah… true happiness!
Special Things About Me You Might Not Know
1. I used to watch lots of TV… before grad school. Now I don’t. But when I do, I make time for:
* LOST
* Project Runway
* Psych
* Ugly Betty
2. I love going to the movies and am in no way shy when telling someone to zip it once the lights have gone down.
3. I try to keep myself entertained by:
* working out
* watching Will & Grace reuns
* reading
* crocheting (don’t laugh — I’ve made some super nice baby blankets)
4. I don’t like people to touch my feet. I do, however, find it necessary to get pedicures.
5. Only gay men are allowed to cut and/or color my hair. Is it sad to say that the longest relationship I’ve ever had with a man has been my hairdresser?
6. Dogs are wonderful, I just don’t want them to lick or breathe in my face or sniff my butt.
7. I was in an accident years ago and am not only terrified of motorcycles, but I don’t think they’re the sex machines men think they are.
8. I come from an extremely conservative cultural but was raised as a liberal. So when I made my way to DC, my prospective employers couldn’t figure out if I was a Pub or a Dem. I missed out on loads of jobs due to the confusion but whatever… everything worked out.
9. I wish I was allergic to things I don’t like (i.e. peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, marshmallows, wax beans, grits, turnip greens, tofu, and Twizzlers) instead of shell fish.
10. I suppose it’s considered un-American to not like pumpkin pie, but I don’t. Is it the texture? Color? Consistency? Whatever… it’s just nasty.
11. I like the first snowfall as it makes everything pretty, quiet and clean. It can last a week and then it’s got to go because I can’t handle the idiots who think they know how to drive in the snow when they really don’t.
12. I’m sad that the NBA isn’t as exciting as it used to be. Ditto to ML baseball. Soccer only gets minimal interest if Beckham is playing (and if he takes off his shirt).
13. Because my brother didn’t come along until I was 11, my dad taught us three girls how to belch. It’s horrible, immature and gross… we’re all quite proud.
14. I have more scars as a result from shaving my legs than anything else, and I’ve been shaving for 25 years so you know it’s bad.
15. Sometimes I wear shirts/sweaters that emphasize my breasts just so men will look at me. I usually do this at church.
16. The only foods that should be deep fried are: french fries, corn dogs, and funnel cakes (in that order).
17. They keep recalling toys and car parts; I wish they’d recall marshmallow fluff.
18. I am a pack rat. If I was a scrapbooker, this would be an OK hobby but I’m not. Instead I have boxes of ticket stubs, brochures, and maps, and no clue what to do with them.
19. Don’t expect me to look at you in the car, whether I’m the passenger or the driver, no matter how hot you are. My eyes are always on the road in case your’s are not.
20. I often find myself wondering how I got certain bruises or scabs on my hands and legs. I don’t think I sleep walk so I must bump into things so often that I just forget. I hope this is not a warning sign of some disease.
I love you Pam… I’ve laughed and laughed and laughed tonight reading your blogs… and here my husband thought I was getting some work done.
I love LOST, too… I’m SO addicted.
My husband admires your taste in movies with Wedding Crashers and Old School… he has them memorized thanks to HBO.
I’m convinced you are the next Carrie Bradshaw!!!! You are quite a talented writer. This is your calling.
We miss you!
Hey Pam…not sure if you remmeber me..we used to work together at ABI…
I saw you on LinkedIn….and wanted to say hi…for all the good times at ABI!
Just read your bio, Pam, and your Branson artickle. Guess you are about 28??. I am 82. You may fit better in SF than LA. At any rate, good luck.
Actually Harry, I’m 34 and I’m not a lesbian. I do like good chocolate (Ghiradelli), seafood, and shopping… all marvelous things about SF. So maybe.
Hey there Pam, sounds like life in general is treating you well. I am doing pretty darn good myself. Congrats on finishing your post grad work. Do you ever stay in touch with anyone from DC? I’ll have to fill you in on the details but I really do not miss HAS. Everybody that I enjoyed working with has left for one reason or another and it’s truly not the place it used to be. Any plans to visit Herb and I in sunny south Florida? The door’s open and the weather’s great! Take care and lots of love!
Craig
I really hope that you enjoy LA and find the challenges you are seeking. I spent a lot of time in San Diego and get down there a few times a year.
You write about yourself superbly. Such a talent I admire in most native english bloggers. the flow of thoughts are just spontaneous.
Hi pam, thanks for the droppin at my site.
I think I don’t need to go to Mexico to get those parasites inside my tummy. There are many horrible nasty places around my country too, so i can do that if i want to. – well, all i need for now is a buddy to go out with exercising.
take care and visit my site often when you have time!
oppss goodluck too in finding a new career. with your qualification you will earn lots of bucks teaching E in China.
Good luck with your job hunting. LA is an interesting city but a hell of a lot better than Scranton….I think.
Best,
Laurie Kendrick
If for no other reason, I’ll stick around to read more because of #13.
Holy Crap!!! I have a similar picture except its my ugly mug next to the sign…think I like your picture better….:)
#15 – yeah, that would probably make me actually go to church.
Too funny, love your blog!
Hilarious blog – love it.
Thanks guys. Really needed the positive boost today. It’s good to know that I rock (which I do).
I have a serious case of “About Me Page” envy. This is just hysterical.
– Tim
I have the perfect mate for you. My son is only 26 and you so remind me of him. What do you think? He doesn’t want to marry until he is at least 30 and wants someone as Independent as he is. He works for a computer company in St. Louis but would not be opposed to moving if it involved a great job that would not bore him. He has 1 cat and she is 6 years old. I have always threatened to put him on one of those dating services BUT he threatened to hurt me if I did. I hope he was just kidding. Anyway, you’re the first one that I think he could mesh with.
Tim: I try to be funny. If you can’t laugh at yourself, then we can’t be friends.
Darcie May: That’s very sweet. Thanks for thinking of me.
Beautiful and funny? Very refreshing.
When/if the right man comes along … you’ll want him to touch your feet, as well as your heart, mind and soul.
PS. Magnum was very much under-rated.
and, btw … regarding the excitement level of the NBA & MLB … each of those have remained essentailly the same … it’s just you and me that have changed.
khandor… you can’t possibly believe that the NBA has stayed true to form over the past 30 years. I think there is much more show-boating and lack of self-control these days which overshadows any talent the players might have. Whatever happened to the quiet classy players such as Robert “The Chief” Parrish, the graceful hook shot-takers like Kareen Abdul Jabar, and and effortless gliding of Julius “Dr. J” Irving? Now we got tattooed, pierced, obnoxious and gangster-esque kids all out there trying to be the star… they’ve forgotten all about the TEAM.
hi pam,
i don’t read your writings, but i saw your foto and think you’re niiiiiiiiiiiiiice
Hey Stumpy!
I got all nostalgic looking through the Snow College list on LinkedIn today… finally broke down and joined. Anyway, googled you tonight and would love to catch up. Looks like you’ve been busy since Snow. Drop me a line when you can.
Hey Poodle! Good to be back in touch. Call me!
Ok, I’m gonna try to stop laughing long enough to type.
A) you’re freakin’ hilarious yourself, and
B) we share a bad habbit: I too am a horrible pack rat.
I have movie ticket stubs from “Under Siege”…why? WHY?!? Even if I was a scrapbooker, what on EARTH could I possibly EVER need those for?!? I mean, come ON, it’s a Steven Segal movie from the early 90’s. I could by the DVD for less then I paid for those tickets, and that’s not even adjusting for inflation.
Of course, the fact that I’m old enough to use the phrase “adjusting for inflation” about ANYTHING that I own just depresses the hell out of me anyway. You are SO going on my blogroll.
So, one question, how does one get to know you well enough to call you “Stumpy”? I’ve always needed a Stumpy to go along with my Fathead…
I have a small klutziness problem. Got the nickname freshman year in college when my fellow newspaper peeps were afraid I would chop off all my fingers with an X-acto blade and only have stumps to type with. Don’t feel so bad about saying, “adjusting for inflation.” I caught myself saying, “I remember paying X for that when I was your age. Man everything is expensive these days.” SHUDDER
You got good stuff on here. Glad I found you through the blog rolls of others!
Glad you found me… please come back!!!
I found your blog through Billy’s… I love Nip/Tuck!! Number 15 on your list had me giggling. Great blog!
I’m actually losing interest in Nip/Tuck as the story lines have become increasingly bizarre. Glad you like the blog. Stop by again.
So glad you stopped by today because I love your blog!
I was raised by a single dad. I have a younger brother. There were a lot of bodily noise contests going on at our house. I so relate to #13. And pumpkin pie? GROSS. Baby diaper gross.
Thank you, thank you. Your blog is fabulous as well… lots of interesting topics I’ll have to continue pouring over.
I have been reading your comments in regard to our site and fantasy football in general – love your attitude and sense of humor – awesome.
Oh thanks! Your site cracks me up and I’m TOTALLY on your side.
I work for this small online jewelry company http://www.superiorweddingrings.com and I want to know if you would be interested in adding a link to that website from your blog. We have small bribes we can offer if you are interested. Thanks for your time. Keep blogging!
Ginny
You crack me up…we could probably swap stories about universities!
Oh I’m sure we’d have lots to talk about. Do you remember being such a little jerk when you were 18? I’m almost positive I wasn’t.
Stopped by your blog today. You’re a great writer!!
And I agree about the Nip/Tuck plot lines getting strange and stranger … the first 2 seasons were the best. Also, about the dogs … I have cats because of the crotch sniffing thing. Will be adding you to my ‘roll and stopping by from time to time.
Wandered into your blog tonight. Really enjoyed reading your posts!
Like you, I’m a packrat. I had paystubs from my first job … some 25 years ago! Came up with a good way to keep all that memories – digitize them, and throw all those stuff out.
I just read recently that pumpkin is one of the 10 foods that is good for you. You might like it in a muffin or bread.
Thanks for stopping by and yes, while it’s true I don’t like pumpkin pie I do love me a good pumpkin soup, pumpkin bread and pumpking cookies. So I guess it’s just the bread.
hi. just found your blog and i don’t even know how (perhaps searching for sedaris, k. griffin, dc, i dunno).. don’t really make a habit of tracking random people online, but i find your posts really amusing.. particularly the one about crazy roommates (i had the chance to live w/ a weed addict, a drunkcrackehhem, among others). anyway, like you, i recently (past 6 mo.) settled in a city in socal and i was wondering how you went about finding folks to do stuff w/? besides work, of course.
I’m glad you stopped by and got a chuckle from my blog. I’ve moved around quite a bit over the course of 18 years and I’ve never found it so hard to make friends as this most recent stop in LA. I’ve met a few people through church but I really don’t have any friends here. I should sign up for some type of class like surfing… then I’d meet more people.
I love LOST, too. Love it! My friend is a struggling actor in LA. It seems like such a hard town to live a normal life in. Good luck!!!
I don’t think I’ll be in LA much longer but thanks for the encouragement.
LOL
Very entertaining.
Love your blog. You are one of my bookmarks!
Glad to hear it! Hope you stop by often since I’m now a bookmark!
I love your site. Keep it up!
Thanks! Come back often!
Your writing is hysterical.
I have just laughed so much!
Keep it going, it’s appreciated.
~Groundy/Karen
Really? You think I’m funny? I think I might be a little off most of the time. But much appreciated Karen. Where’s your blog?
Thanks so much for adding me! You are pretty damn hilarious yourself! I love what you did here, kind of like a facebook meme, but better! BTW, did you ever live in Pittsburgh or St. Pete Beach? I swear to god I know you from somewhere, or maybe we were arch enemies in a past life?
Um, no. I’ve never lived in either one of those places, so sorry. But we’ve just met and you already believe we were enemies in a past life? Sad! And here I thought we’d be friends!
Did I say enemies? I meant frenemies. I’m just kidding, this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship! I swear tho, you do look so familiar!
Maybe our paths crossed in another life. It’s possible.
BTW, number 15 also made my life.
I’m totally going hell.
enjoyed your about me page.
I found you from Taoist Biker and The Last Spartan. I’m enjoying your posts quite a bit! Plan to come back!
Excellent! Glad to have you hear and look forward to seeing lots of you!