Comments on: Terp-Bound

By: Sam

Sam — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 22:22:46 +0000

It’s actually ig-nernt. And hey, have you forgotten about me? Jeez, what the H?

By: stephanie (bad mom)

stephanie (bad mom) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 03:57:00 +0000

Sweet tribute to an obviously inconsiderate, thoughtless friend.

I’m sad about Lisa moving away from me, but (don’t hate) she’ll only be a couple hours’ drive. Still hard not to be just down the street, ready to have tea or see a movie in a minute.

Prayers for you & her, and especially for that weird Maryland language…

By: admin

admin — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:58:20 +0000

@Sam- I’m very excited that you are moving here… chill out with the fake cussing. Sheesh, kids read this blog! And you are right, there is a faint second “n” sound in there. I’ll go back through and fix my “ig-nerts” accordingly.

@Stephanie- Oh yeah, Maryland’s got it’s own weird dialect. Though to be fair, it’s also found in northern Virginia, southern parts of Pennsylvania, and almost all of West Virginia as well. Remember that part in “Sweet Home Alabama” when Reese Witherspoon says “People need a passport to come down here”? That’s kinda how I feel about my hometown…

By: buckeye fan

buckeye fan — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:02:04 +0000

Look at this way, she’ll get to leave the safety and comfort of the Truman Show and see how the rest of the world lives. And then in 20 years Utah will catch up when the “Californians” take over. I’m sure your version of the English language will change, too. I remember reading in a Primary lesson manual (written by a Utahn) something about “throw the cow over the fence some hay.” The little idiosyncrasies are what make us great. Really, though, think of it as another thing in which you and your friend will be able to bond.

By: Lisa Milton

Lisa Milton — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 22:10:08 +0000

I am mid-move crazy right now, ready to do the supportive hubby thing. I’m sure your friend is torn too, trying to do right by her family and feeling sad about leaving you behind.

I know I feel that way all the dang time.

So so sorry.

(And. I downloaded foxfire. I don’t know why I didn’t sooner, except I thought it would be tricksy and hard. But easy peasy and I haven’t had any problems with my reader or blogs. First time in a month. *thank you, thank you*)

By: admin

admin — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:11:16 +0000

@MamaMilton- Ugg, I hate the packing and moving process. (I’ve only had semi-success at blocking out memories of our last move.)I do not envy you, dear. But here’s hoping your move goes smoothly and you settle in all snug in your new digs.

@Buckeye Fan- Yeah, I suppose I forgot to mention that I dropped one accent just in time to pick up another one. Let’s see… Utah phrases that I now use: movies are called “shows” (As in: “Have you seen the new Indiana Jones? That’s a great show!… except that Harrison Ford is now 90.”), butts are called “bums” (in fact, small children are occasionally reprimanded for using the horrid term “butt”), cussing is “swearing”, and let’s not forget “What the crap?” and “Oh my heck!”. It’s true, every region has their own nutty dialect. I like to think of the Utahn dialect as Lysol-ed Down Amish Talk… the cleanest you will find in the nation.

By: Leslie

Leslie — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:34:22 +0000

Oh Suz. I’m sorry your friend is moving. That’s tough. I still miss my friends from Wheeling, even though I see them now and again. There are some people you just can’t replace.

At least you’ve got us internet crazies! Right?

By: Diana

Diana — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:45:06 +0000

I cried again reading your post. I really thought my tears were all dried up but apparently not. I’ve only been officially gone for 28 hours, and only missing you for 48 but it feels longer since I know how long the seperation will ultimately be. Thanks for all the support from all your faithful readers. =) I figure even if the tears don’t stop at least I’ll loose a few pounds in water weight! Love your BFF