Another Round of Shock Treatment

Prepare yourselves for a rambling post relating to odd but pleasantly shocking behavior.

One of our most curmudgeonly patrons informed me today that "you look different, you look really nice, which is an improvement." Considering his typical comments, this really was an extremely nice compliment.

I have always thought Sarai was insightful and notices details that others overlook, so I was not shocked when she contacted me this weekend with an extremely personal question. What did shock me were her views on the situation. Sarai perfectly described my situation and has apparently seen the truth of it for a while. Truly, I am impressed!

If you've ever questioned who among your colleagues would be willing to stab you, I actually know the answer. First off, thanks to both Kay S. and Becky who went above and beyond when I had a reaction to the allergy shot. You know I hate asking for help and feeling that vulnerable, but you both put me at ease. Because of the reaction, I had to send an email to my colleagues letting them know where I keep my EpiPen in case I went into shock. Though it was an informational email, the one colleague who never responds said, "No problem. Glad to help."

Miss Red Scarf and I saw Elky Summers perform this weekend. Elky is a good band for me at the moment. Angsty girl band performing songs about impotence, lost loves, death, and craziness seem fitting. And Miss Red Scarf, I listened to "Who's Driving Baby" this morning and have decided I really do like how the song teases with a slow build-up before crashing into the heavy beat, plus Kay G. sounds sultry when drawing out some of the lyrics. Just saying! Which is fitting considering that I felt the need to remark that she looked gorgeous the other night. Her secret: snuggling with the man she loves. I think my brain glitched for a moment when she said it. Wild rocker gal discussing snuggling, in detail! Thankfully, the band's new song maintains a grungy sound, so everything is okay with the world as long as there are no love ballads in the future.

And speaking of hitting on women. A mark of a true friend is knowing that an incident is about to spark a rumor so you willingly step into the breach. If anyone hears about me and the other woman. Yes, she's real and a wonderful friend.

Get Your Ass Moving Playlist

Since I'm still suffering the effects of being a human pin cushion (still have the welts, rash, cough, and sneezing), it seemed a good time to share my Get Your Ass Moving Playlist. This list includes songs that put me in a good mood as well as those that I can't resist and feel the need to dance.

So What by Pink
I know this song is on my Fuck You playlist but the song makes me want to jump around and sing at the top of my lungs.

Happy by Sister Hazel
The title says it all. The lyrics talk about being happy with the little things in life which I believe in.

Low and Spin Me Right Round by Flo Rida
Without fail, I will dance to both of these songs even if I'm the only one on the floor. Thankfully my gals have not abandoned me to it yet, but these are my "I think I'm still 20 years old songs."

I Don't Want to Be by Gavin DeGraw
This song is about accepting yourself and ignoring others expectations of who you should be.

I Like It by Enrique Iglesias
This is my guilty pleasure. I grew up in a Cuban neighborhood in FL and have a lustful Enrique story.

Benny Goodman Band, Glenn Miller Band, and Cherry Poppin' Daddies
I love swing music. The beat, the instruments, and the dancing. I took swing dance lessons and fell in love with the genre. Unfortunately, my only competent dance partners so far have been my brother and men in their 60s. A few years ago, Peggy and I attended a big band outdoor concert, which is still one of my best memories.

Anything by the Foo Fighters
Have I mentioned that I love Dave Grohl? I prefer their older songs but will not say no to the new stuff.

So what songs make your mood perk up or causes you to get up and move?