Quick Hits

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A couple of random things:

1. Online shopping. Because when you order something it's like giving yourself a gift twice: when you order it, and when the box arrives on your doorstep. Sometimes I order things and then forget about it, so it's really a surprise. Even when what you've ordered is for someone else, still fun to get a package. Two things I don't order online, though: shoes and jeans. You gotta know those puppies fit.

2. Canned cranberry sauce. I put away a whole can yesterday. So good layered atop mashed potatoes and stuffing. I like cutting it along the lines, too. Much more fun than fresh.

3. John Krasinski, cover boy. I don't usually find really tall guys attractive, because, duh you can't reach 'em, but loving those arms and hands. And how cute are those big eyes? Those eyes would actually want to hear how your day went. I'd just hope he were sitting down so I could react appropriately.

Comments

Unknown said…
I love online shopping too. I don't buy shoes or jeans online either. Lots of toys for Chase, some scrapbook supplies for me and tons of Sephora stuff I can't get easily here in Canada for myself and certain friends.
I read that John Krasinski is 6'3." I like my men tall. I like to be with someone who's still taller than me when I'm wearing heels. Steve's 6'2" and, what I say, is the perfect match for me. My head falls on the perfect spot on his shoulder when we hug.
Friday, November 23, 2007
Rebecca Foster said…
Jen, how come I didn't know you are so tall? I am just under 5' 7", 5' 10" in my shoes, so anywhere around 5' 10" to 6 FT is good for me. Tall is good for hugging, but sucks kinda for kissing. I have been out with a couple of guys who are 6' 4". The last one, I told him one time I was pissed because he could lean down and kiss me whenever he wanted, but I never got to initiate it really because he had to lean over first. It kinda bugged. Is that weird?

Oh, Sephora. Have I written yet about Sephora? Man I love that place. Like Candyland come to life.
Friday, November 23, 2007
Unknown said…
Oh, I'm not tall at all! I'm 5;5 and a half. I think I like tall men because there are a lot of 6 foot and taller men in my family. My dad's just over 6 foot and is one of the short guys in our family.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
wartimefirefighter said…
cranberries do rock.. love em so much.. but ya gotta get the cranberries with orange mixed in as well, or ya might as well pack it up and go home..

-Damien
Saturday, December 01, 2007
Rebecca Foster said…
never heard of or had that. but i'll try it!
Saturday, December 01, 2007
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