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Skate (b)log

Here, our pack pretty much sucked at keeping out the jammer. I’m posting it so you can see the glorious pile-up at the very end of the video. Someone fell on my ankle and twisted it sideways. Eeek. Needless to say, the shock of that fall took a little bit to shake off....

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Skate (b)log

AWESOME! I have jam video: I get through twice, but took a lot of defensive hits at the end there. *Note: I’m the gray tank. I also have the red “star” plaid panty on my helmet. For those unaware of derby rules, this makes me the jammer. The one who scores. SCORE! Thanks to EZ E...

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Oooh, Channel 5!

Yesterday, I had the delicious pleasure of being invited by the Cleveland Indians on a media tour for Taste of the Ballpark at Progressive Field. Go Tribe! My stomach was ready. In all, we sampled: pulled pork sandwiches, flavored popcorn, chicken wings from Cleats, fried Twinkies, Funnel Cake Fries (with powdered sugar, of course), Subway sandwiches, the original ballpark hotdogs, carving station beef,...

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The Good, The Bad & The Hopelessly Menopausal Cat Lady

The Good: I’m generally happy. I’m staying busy. I’m probably in the best shape I’ve been in ten years. I found a sport and a group of ladies whom I obsess over more endlessly. I’m active. I’m involved. I’m finding success. All good, right? The Bad: I’m lonely. See, AB’s job took him to Pittsburgh, so in a twisted and incredibly sad way, we’re now...

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PT: The Science Experiment

Horny Rabbits: The Science Experiment. They couldn’t pick another animal. Geesh, they’re already doing it like… well, you know.

Mel

Excuse Me While I Drool Into This Copy

I was recently contracted for a seriously fun copywriting project — an online handbag retailer. I’ve completed already the front page copy and will finish up the FAQ and Services pages this week. Next up, the shop inventory. The writing comes so easy with (one of several, mind you) personal obsessions. While I’m no “label whore” exclusively, I LOVE accessories, no matter the...

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Missed Connections

Today was a great day to ride a bike (downtown to West 25th), seek out a patio (ABC Tavern) to enjoy a beer (Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale), go home and make foods (I made guacamole; AB made enchiladas). Before I move on, why don’t places open until after 4pm on Sundays? Somebody asplain, please. Thank you. And what a beautiful day to have my iMel crap out on me and realize that merely syncing the...

Mel

Skate (b)log

05/19 practice with Northern Ohio wRECk league was just a little different under the eyes (and hip checks) of our new leader, Justice. This week’s practice was a blast. It was great that everyone (even the ol’ timers) was learning something new — while I’m not sure of the exact drill name, it dealt with hip checks with a quick step in front of our partner’s skate. To do this...

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And in this corner, my home office.

Now that I work for myself, I have to lug around my laptop and accessories to meetings and even when I’m on the road… because, well, when you work for yourself, you’re kind of always working. Am I right? And, unfortunately, you can only do so much with a mobile phone. I recently invested in a carryall that has zippered pouches and internal organization of all my business supplies (and...

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Help me, help me!

Ladies (or Gentleman… it’s OK, you can admit to the following): You know the old quip that men can never ask for directions, hence the reason for the woman being lost in the first place and ensuing frustrations and arguments commence? Yeah, that. Yesterday, I was fucking worthless. I got lost in downtown Pittsburgh. I can find my way out of deserted gas station fill-up exits in the panhandle...

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PT: Man Bait

I can think of a few ways to bait my man with food (you know, that whole path to a man’s heart is through the stomach kind of way). Chocolate syrup and whipped cream is too messy — I’m more of a honey and vinegar fan, rather than maple syrup and… bacon. WAIT JUST ONE MINUTE. I think all of those are incredibly messy. Hence, MAN BAIT SUCKers....

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On the road again. Without a coat or galoshes.

I’m working remotely this week, again from (the uber-rainy and gloomy) Pittsburgh. Have I mentioned the awesomeness of being able to work from wherever I please? I won’t get in a lot of city exploration this week with the anticipated weather forecast and my current workload. But I’ll be able to try a couple new restaurants and AB will be taking Wednesday off with me to hang. That said,...

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Vacation Dreaming Post #4,642

Does anyone sign up for those airline special newsletters each week? I keep finding flights to Montreal on my list. Have I asked already if anyone has been? Man, sometimes I get into these travel posts, and wonder if I’m being wholly redundant. Perhaps I should search myself before blogging. Anyways, we’re attempting to figure our plans for the remainder of this year, then next year’s...

Mel

Skate (b)log

05/12 practice with Northern Ohio wRECk league: practice was intense for some reason. Perhaps because it’s been two weeks since I’ve worked on any drills, hits, etc. (open skate with BRRG last week was just a meet & skate). But, I really, really wanted to skate. Sidenote: seriously, do plow stops get any easier because my attempts get me to a creeping roll, but not a complete stop. I...

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PT: Masthead

There’s a lot of dickheads at this paper: Courtesy of FailBlog, of course.

Mel

Dress-A-Friend Monday: The Derby (Yes, MY derby this week)

In spirit of my weekend festivities and birthday celebration, the Wardrobe Therapy girls are dressing one another for roller derby — either alter ego or as a guest (or both). First, this outfit is sort of what I wore to the Burning River Roller Girls bout on Saturday: Mel Went to Derby by melcurick featuring Jessica Simpson jewelry Items in this set: DKNY Jeans – Cropped Moto 3/4 Sleeve...

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Oh, another birthday.

3 is the number of personal completeness. I’ve got some of that times two now, or doubled down, err… mirrored. Duplicated! Yes, duplicated. Mother’s Day this year also marks my 33rd birthday. I don’t know if I feel OLD so much as I feel tired. And mostly of bullshit. Can 33 turn you into a bitch? Because I’ve mostly been emotional (read: crying) the last couple weeks, and...

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I try not to ruin surprises…

Just with Christmas, gifts were difficult to be kept under wraps. Obviously, we live together, and I’m home all day receiving the packages. But one key I never owned was for the mailbox. Now that AB is a long-distance boyfriend, I have control of the mail. On the same day I receive that key from him, I open the mail box to find two issues of Five on Five Magazine. “Awesome!” I think,...

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City Exploration: The Chicago Experience

This is a recap of our Chicago long weekend a couple weeks ago. Every time I visit Chicago, I have a list of places where I want to eat, and most of them, I never get to. I have had Hot Doug’s on my WANT list for far too long. Added as well was Kuma’s Corner (a burger place). With plans already set for Whiskey Fest on Friday night and dinner plans for Saturday night with friends, there was not...

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Wardrobe Therapy: Little Closet of Horrors

I know, I haven’t posted much else in my weekly tasks, other than Dress-A-Friend Mondays, so here are a couple photos to keep you on stand-by… until I can find which weeks I missed. Below is another brilliant example of Lesbian Casual. Ironically, I was out with a group of ‘em for my Thursday night Bowl-A-Thon: As I’ve posted, skinny jeans are a staple in my current...