Boooooooooooooooo!
A man wrote to the local newpaper's joke contest, sending in his best play on words. He hoped at least one would show up. Unfortunately, no pun in ten did (no pun intended).

Stupid Job
Let's just say between irritation for some of the servers and a lack of patience for some of the more ignorant customers, I'm considering moving up my quitting date. I won't, really; I'm just majorly ticked off and tired of serving food.

Ashes to Ashes
Well, it's Ash Wednesday, and is it any surprise that "The Passion of Christ" opens today? Latest rumor to add to the publicity is that a guy bought out an entire theater (some $45ooo worth, I heard) and is handing out tickets for free to see this film. Don't ask me where or when. I just think that's incredible, though.

As for me, it's the same deal as "Saving Private Ryan"; yes, I [i]know[/i] that the violence is key and instrumental in the emotional impact of the film, but I'm already fully convinced and affected by the impact of Christ's sacrifice. I don't need to give myself horrible nightmares for the rest of my life (score one for the incredibly squeemish).

Meanwhile, I've been trying to figure out what the heck I want to do for Lent. Basically, the (unrequired) tradition is very similar to making New Year's Resolutions: you find something that you like, then give it up from today through Easter. It's supposed to teach about repentance and how to resist temptation. I learned today that this is mostly a Catholic tradition, but many Lutherans (myself included) still like to participate, and even one of my fellow servers (who isn't religious, btw) told me she also tries every year.

I'm going to make it this year. I haven't in years past, but I'm going to make it this year!

...as soon as I figure out what I'm going to give up. >_< I need to think fast--Invocation of Ashes is tonight and that marks the start of Lent. Some of the servers had a few (non-printable) suggestions, but um, no, not going to do those. Heh.