Random Post for the Crazy Cat Ladies

One night, the Targo and I were chilling at our Borders. Yeah, I said it. I stumbled across a book on the 2 for 3 rack that changed my life. (I also refer to TiVo as changing my life, so you can see the absolute "magnitude" of this statement.) Here it is:

I scooped this book up like it was the last ice cream sandwich copy in the store and found myself a little table in the cafe. For the next half hour, I leaned over this book and laughed so hard I cried. The drawings are somewhat, ahem, remedial, but goodness, the Plot! The Action! The Intrigue! It's all first-rate. Almost Pulitzer-worthy.

The Targo was so embarrassed that he actually went to the next floor to avoid my guffaws. I am not one to be deterred, so I followed him all over Borders saying "Omigod, can't you see New Cat in this frame?" "Isn't this just so Mystic?" "Dude, that could totally be me! I beg for Mystic's love just like that!"

About a week later, mi handsome esposo came home with a Borders bag. And surprise! It was this book! The one about the cat! And the crazy cat guy! There was much smooching that night, because I'm just that nuts.

So I thought perhaps you, crazy cat lady, would appreciate this giggle fest. And also, this guy is a local. Google him. Maybe he's single. *wink*

Dia del Targo

So, last Thursday was The Targo's 30th birthday. I seriously want to laugh out loud every time I think about that because WOW! Has he been giving me grief about being in my thirties for the past year and some change! ACK! (Exclamation point much?)


While I had grand plans for awesome gifts! Memorable moments! And just plain cool stuff... I totally dropped the ball on his birthday gifts. What did I get him? Well, the more important question is "When did I get them?" The answer would be -- about noon on his birthday.


I got him this book:

The cats got him a funny birthday card and a gift certificate for this place:

(If you haven't, try the low-fat cake batter yogurt! O-MA-GAH! It's heavenly.)

I know! On a scale of 1 to 10, these birthday gifts are lame squared. Usually, I'm pretty good on the fly. But this year? I was so out of ideas.

However, all was not lost. As I said, we went to The Grotto on State. This might be my new favorite Chicago steakhouse. But, to add to the lame-ity... we had a coupon! I admit it! I took my man out on his 30th birthday with thoughtless gifts and a coupon. Did I mention the book was wrapped by the staff at Barnes and Noble? Oh Lord. I should be sent to wife purgatory on the express train.

The Targo? He was happy. He ate much of my ROCKIN' filet Mignon and he loved his gifts. What a gracious birthday boy. I should really take notes.

When we got home from dinner, I was lamenting that I had only gotten him one gift. He was all "What are you talking about? You bought me a book and the gift card ... and dinner."

I blinked at him and said "Oh yeah. For some reason, I was really thinking the Cold Stone card was from the cats."

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But, The Targo is 30. It's strange, but because we've been together for so long, I didn't think these milestones would mean so much to me. But they do. I can't believe how much we've grown up over the past six and a half years. He was really "just a kid" when we started dating. I've seen him grow into this confident, successful, wonderful man. And quite frankly, I couldn't be prouder to have him as my husband. He's smart, funny (although it's somewhat situationally...heh), stable, a hard worker, and my best friend. This is what I always hoped love would be like.

So, Targo... Whenever you can read this... Thank you. Thank you for choosing me when I chose you. I hope we share many more milestones together. I know I dropped the ball on this birthday, but I'll try to make it up to you.

Plug

I'm not sure how I got to her website, but Sarah is a doll. She's also an entrepreneur! Sooooo, for the two of you who read my blog (and I think you're very much speshhhhhhhhhul), Sarah's design group Blossom Leigh Boutique is hosting a mini-launch beginning tomorrow.

I swear, if I ever have children, I'm shopping here for a diaper bag!

Yes, I'm Certifiable

I totally want to get this for my cats. From www.wrapables.com. Please visit for any and all of your crazy dog, cat, fish, or bird lady needs. (Unless you're a "birderer" like Sarah.)

Oh And...

This is the most perfect gift I've ever seen.

I wish I had seen this before Valentine's Day. Oh Targo - if you really loved me...

*EDIT* Um, it does kinda look like Homer has drowned. *poke poke* Maybe it's not that cool. But? It would totally compliment my "Can't Sleep. Clowns Will Eat Me." mouse pad (although I know that's not necessary with an optical mouse).

Great Stocking Stuffer

Ok! This is the best cheesy item I've come across this year. It's something that most people (I'm guessing) need. It actually (no lie!) works. And, best of all, it's hella cheap.

Sheet snugglers! Not only do they have a super dorky name, but they're a great conversation piece. Case in point:

Targo: Have you noticed the sheets haven't come off of the bed lately?

Me: Why, yes! Yes, I have! I owe it all to the sheet snugglers! They're the latest in sheet restraining technology!

But really, I'm an insane sleeper. I would wake up with the fitted sheet wrapped around my head like a turban. It's a pain in the ass. These things actually work. You can get them at your local Bloodbath & Beyond Bed, Bath & Beyond for like $5.

Rock!