The Peevery

Peeves of Yore: Mid-March Edition

I raised my hand first so Peeved Michelle called on me. I blame the self-help book I'm reading that told me to say "YES!" to everything today. Until PM threatens us all again, I'll be handling the POY duties. YES!

Kate the Peon had a tight ass.

I was bashing curtain rods while still just a reader submitting my grievances.

Nikki was having that "not-so-fresh" feeling.

Hazel was barking mad about her shedding, and wanted you to call her a dog.

Jen14221 was a peanut butter licker. And she didn't enjoy it.

Hopefully I did all of this right. If not, get over it, and go watch some college basketball. Even if you don't like sports, I just heard the commentator say "He was stroking it." It's steamier than a Lifetime movie with Eddie Cibrian.

You Know Me

Dear Readers of the Peevery,

I love you. I'm not just saying that because I'm drunk and I want to make out with you. I'm saying it because I want a favor from you.

I will be speaking on a panel about running a group blog at BlogHer '10 in New York City in August. I need to submit a speaker bio on the BlogHer site and I really don't want to write about myself. (Shocking, I know) so, I am asking each of you to write one sentence about me and I will put them altogether and submit them as my bio. Here is what my Twitter followers have given me so far:

Surely you can top that.

-PM

Welcome, Max!

Remember, a long time ago, sometime last year in fact, when I said Max would be trying out for a permanent slot on the Peevery roster? No? Well, apparently I forgot, too, what with the mega-crises in my personal life.

Well, Max has hung in there, dutifully posting funny, smart peeves at regular intervals, and I am rewarding him with a million dollars!

Except, I am keeping the money and letting him continue to post peeves instead. Say hi to Max.

Also, I don't have a million dollars.

BlogHer '10 Planning

It's never too early to start planning. That is my motto. Not really, but I do think that occasionally, when I feel like it.

BlogHer '10 is in New York City, August 6-7.

Who is Going

Last year, Joanne, Jen14221, Blaugra and I all attended the conference. Kate the Peon met up with us while we there since she lived close by. We had a blast. It was great to see Katey and Joanne again, and to meet Jen and Laura for the first time.

This year, I know that Joanne, Jen14221, Blaugra and I are planning to go for sure. I think Red said he might go. Peevery readers, Leah (Daily Piglet) and Tammie are also planning to go. Is anyone else planning to go?

Peevery Tees

I am going to do awesome Peevery t-shirts this year. They will be embroidered or screenprinted depending on who will charge me less, my MIL or my friend from high school. If you are going and if you want to have a Peevery t-shirt, I will be asking you to send me your own black t-shirt and I will take care of the rest. This applies to Peevers and Peevery readers, as well.

Tickets

Early bird pricing ends this month, so if you are planning on going, you'll want to buy your ticket now. Last year, there were lots of people who wanted to buy tickets after they were sold out so, if you are thinking you might want to go, you might want to buy your ticket now and sell it later if you change your mind. BlogHer even facilitates the re-sale.

Peeves of Yore: Winter Uglies Edition!

Since I annoyed KatethePeon with my drunken tweets from a party weekend in Nashville, I decided the nice thing to do would be to take on her Peeves of Yore gig while she's on a fun weekend of her own.

How many of you feel attractive in January?  I'll bet you're feeling the winter uglies, unless you happen to be peeving from the southern hemisphere.

To help you out, here are some great surface management tips from the pleasant staff here at The Peevery:

Feeling pale?  Apply this on half of your legs, like Jen did.

Are you having a hard time dragging yourself through the cold to the gym? Joanne has an at-home solution to get abs of steel.

Muddy complexion?  KtP advises you look closer.  Then remove your entire face like Nikki did.

Erin reminds us that, even if you're a celebrity and feel like you can do whatever the hell you want, unibrows are always a Glamour don't.

You might want to spring for that mid-winter pedicure. Right, Hazel?

The bright side of winter:  if you forget to shave those legs, or that toe, it probably won't matter.

Longing for summer sunshine?  Amy's experience has a remedy for that feeling.  Mine, too.

Do boys get the winter uglies?

Peevers' Gift Guide! Presented by Peeves of Yore

During this season of  light, Peevers love to give you our best.  

But we also like to receive.  So I have selected the perfect present for each Peever: 

* A pair of 5" platform boots will be under Erin's tree.

 

* Joanne could use some new unmentionables.  But NOTHING with velcro! 

* Two-time mama Peeved Michelle deserves a big day at the spa.

* Kate the Peon deserves a new job for the new year, and we need her to do it: TV Network Programmer.

* Amy's big surprise is a lifetime supply of SPF 30 sunscreen!

* Hazel and Nikita will each be given her own, much needed, personal laundry assistant.

* Look to the skies, Jen14221, because that's not Santa's sleigh up there, it's your own private plane!

* Karla Kay will be guaranteed a front-row seat at the fabulous Moscow Cat Circus!

* Red will receive the most priceless gift of all: a moment of silence(or two!)

* Young Max (referring to the amount of time he has been peeving, not to his chronological age) will be granted a handsome close shave with some awesome shaving cream purchased at Neiman-Marcus, because, screw Target! 

* And for me, I'll just meet this little guy on a little Caribbean island.

Well, actually, being asked to sub for Kate the Peon this week is enough of a present for me. Yeah, right. 

 

The Great Interview Experiment... Again

Last year, I participated in the Great Interview Experiment run by Neilochka on his Citizen of the Month blog. I interviewed Scott at fivetoedsloth and I was interviewed by Amy from Momentary Madness. I wasn't planning to participate this year, but Neil asked for people to fill in for interviewers who flaked out and I volunteered.

I interviewed girlvaughn and I encourage you to participate in the Great Interview Experiment.

New Peever Try-Out

Max, sender in of Reader Peeves, is going to be trying out for awhile to hopefully become a regular Peever, so watch for his posts. Max is a boy. I assume. I didn't actually check the parts. It would be nice to have another boy on staff. Red is getting lonely down in his basement.

How did this post take such a creepy turn?

Plug It Up

This is a shameless plug for my other blog, Opinions for Nothing, where I post mostly reviews and advice and other unsolicited opinions. I unintentionally took a maternity leave from that blog. To get it going again, I am posting something new every day in October. Today's post is about a project I have been working on for two years at my real job. My project finally went live today.

A New Peever Amongst Us

So, this is a little belated. Please give Erin a nice welcome as she joins the Peevery as a full-time Peever. Erin had been sending in Reader Peeves for awhile and then I asked her in July if she would to like to have a one-month trial as a guest Peever while I was on maternity leave. Well, I got busy and lazy and her trial went on and on and on until I remembered last week to ask the other Peevers if they wanted to keep her. Most (!) said yes.

Check out Erin's blog Because I Feel Like Writing.

Peeves of Yore

I'm late posting these again!  Plus, I totally skipped it last week!  Did you notice?

Last year, the Unknown Peever was late filing her taxes.

Last fall, Michael's TiVo was late and Karla Kay's neighbors stayed out late.

In 2006, Heather was three entire years late.

In this peeve, Joanne stayed up really late and woke up really early.

Back in the day (before she had kids), Michelle used to lay around in bed on Monday mornings, sleeping late.

In 2007, the UP was just late.

The Peevery at BlogHer 10

Before BlogHer 09 was even over with, registration for BlogHer 10 opened. The same Peevery contingent that was there this year is planning to go again: Peeved Michelle, Joanne, Jen14221, Blaugra, and Kate the Peon (maybe). Hopefully more will be able to make and hopefully we'll be able to meet up with more of you readers next year.

In the meantime, we'd love to check out your blogs. You can check out the other blogs of the Peevers by clicking on their names in the Peevery roster on the right. My other blog is Opinions for Nothing. It has been neglected as of late.

Leave a link to your blog in the comments and we'll check it out.

Peeves of Yore

One year ago, Hazel had a peeve about the Pittsburgh drivers.  Joanne said 'no' to Subway.

Two years ago, Blaugra had an interesting and fruity-flavored problem.

Three years ago, Juju became a cliche and Cindy Lou went off the grid.

Four years ago, Ian was mad at his milk and his bread.

Five years ago, Michelle was a bad Mexican but an excellent Californian.

Why bother?

I hate when companies have a website that doesn't offer any information. If your website is only going to have a few stock photos and your store address (not even store hours), don't bother.

We're at BlogHer

If any Peevery readers are here and want to hang with some Peevers, comment here. Jen14221 and Blaugra are going to the cocktail party tonight and all three of us will probably go to the cocktail party tomorrow night. Joanne and Kate the Peon are galavanting around Chicago doing touristy things.

Peeves of Yore for the week

I skipped the Peeves of Yore last Friday due to the fact that I was exhausted from working 71 hours last week.  That's right.  SEVENTY ONE.  Thankfully, Peeved Michelle took mercy on me and has not kicked me off The Peevery.  Maybe motherhood is softening her up.

Five years ago, Michelle got the screw at the coffee shop, and made a connection with a random semi-celebrity.

Four years ago, I (yes, that was me) desperately needed a bikini wax.  I still do!

Three years ago, Joann told us about her sunburn and a strange hair growing from her face.

Two years ago, Katey got a rude awakening and Blaugra had a hard time pooping.

Last year, Michelle had a brilliant thought.  See you there, next Thursday!

Slacker!

Y'all remember how I asked you for your Peeved Baby Pool predictions?  And then the baby was born and then I did nothing?  So now I'm considering what to do.  I'm leaning towards something simple like refrigerator magnets or mugs.  What do you think?  Those of you that won were Usedtobeme, Jen14221, Julie and Melissa.  Weigh in with your thoughts.

Peeves of Yore - It's All About the Babies.

Joanne is not really a baby person.  Do not ask her to hold your baby.

JuJuBee did not understand the woman who treats her dog like a baby.

New Peever Erin wrote in last September about baby updates on Twitter.

Nikki dreaded putting the baby to bed.  Amy suggested a baby sleep mask.

I bought baby wipes after having sex with my husband.

Michelle dreamt of getting rich off Kenna's cute face.

Michael did not want to hear about baby poop.

Peever Try-Out

Erin has been contributing to Reader Peeves for awhile now, and with me sort out of commission due to having a small baby still pretty attached to my body, and with JuJuBee finally quitting for good (she tried a couple times before, but I refused her resignation), I thought it might be time to let Erin have a shot at a permanent place in the roster.

Erin will be posting for the month of July. At the end of the month, I will ask for your opinions about her posts and decide if she will be added to the roster.

Good luck, Erin! I'm looking forward to your peeves.

Peeves of Yore - It's all about Peeved Michelle

Since (I hope) the Peeve Master is taking a short break from peeving on this site, I thought that this week's Peeves of Yore could focus on her.  After all, she did just push a giant 8 pound, 4 ounce, 21.5 inch-long baby out of her hoohaa a few days ago.

Michelle's very first Peeve Post.  She was cold.

Michelle changed her name to Peeved Michelle in early '05

Here, she had a deep burning desire abd tells the world what happens when she drinks too much.  I CAN'T WAIT FOR BLOGHER.  FIRST ROUND IS ON ME!

PM tells Blogger to fuck off. And rips the Web Divas a new asshole.

Some crazy bitch flamed PM on her own blog.

Those are just a few of the hundreds of good peeves that PM has had over the years.

Next week, look in this space for Peeves of Yore - Baby Edition.

Peeved Baby #2 Has Arrived!

For those not following URPregnant on twitter (and if not, why not?) or Peeved Michelle on Twitter, Olivia T. Peever was born at 11:41 this morning.  I will post updates on who won what in the baby pool once I know weight and length.

Olivia was born at 11:41.  She weighed 8 lbs and 4 ozs and is 20.5 inches long.  For the record, I was completely wrong. :)

So nobody got all 4 details... nobody even got 3 out of 4.  Used to be me guessed the right day, Melissa got the right length, Julie got the right weight and close to the right time but Jen14221 got the time closest to the right time. A 4-way tie.  I will have to contemplate how to resolve this. 

The Labor, It Has Begun!

For those not following URPregnant on Twitter, Peeved Michelle's labor has at least begun.  Looks like the newest Peever didn't want to be a Gemini. 

Peeves of Yore - Late Again

I'm not the greatest Peever lately, In know.  I forget to post Peeves of Yore, by the time I remember to post my own peeves, I have forgotten the point, and I hardly even update my own blog.  last week, I forgot to pack underwear for my trip to Philadelphia.  I really need a vacation.

Five years ago, Michelle had only good things to say about certain household products and fresh fruit.  She also had some birthday party complaints.  I wonder if she served cocktails at Kenna's first birthday party?

Four years ago, the Unknown Peever had many, many peeves.  I think at least one of those belong to me.

Three years ago, Kate neglected to wash her bra in one of those little mesh bag things, so it sought revenge.  Also, Joanne hated Yahoo and eBay in the span of two short days.

Two years ago, Blaugra had a makeup malfunction and ate a lot of string cheese.

One year ago, Hazel had an egg issue.  And Michelle had a peeve title issue.   

Peevery Baby Pool 2.0

As you know the Peevemistress herself, Peeved Michelle, is once again 'in a family way.'  (Isn't that a terrible euphamism?  I love it!)  She is due June 18th.

If you would like to participate in this year's Peevery Baby Pool please leave the following information in the comments:  date of birth, time of birth, length and weight. 

For comparison purposes Kenna's information:  DOB - born one day early, time - 6:31 PM (after 16 hours of labor), length - 20.5 in and weight - 7lbs 6oz.  

The person who guesses the closest in all categories may win a limited edition (I just totally spelled that addition) Suck-It t-shirt or something similar.  In the event of a tie, I will either just give something to both or draw a name out of a hat. 

Update: Last chance for anyone who has not thrown their info into the ring.  Baby Talullah Shauvon Siobhan Michelleslastname could be born any day now!

My guess: Friday June 19th at 2:15 in the afternoon.  She will weigh 7 lbs 9 ozs and be 22 inches long.

Peeves of Yore - It's my birthday, bitches

I'm 40 today. Fuck off, wrinkles!

Kate had a recent birthday peeve.

Nikki hated birthdays on Facebook.

Michelle forgot to wish Joanne a Happy Birthday.  And Target messed up her mom's birthday.  And she needs to add a 'search this blog' feature to the Peevery.com.

Peeves of Yore - A Day Late

That holiday on Monday - just a dim memory now - screwed me all up.  Sorry!

Last year, Nikki celebrated Memorial Day with a 1,700 calorie mexican meal, while I resisted, even though I was being taunted by nachos.

Two years ago, Michelle joined Facebook, talked up Twitter, and farted.  All in one peeve post!  Multi-tasking!  Also that week, Joann reminded us of one fundamental truth.  Now, I shall curse her for the rest of the night as I sing "Dogs Are Not People, so why should it be, that you and I should get along so aw-full-ly" 

What the fuck, Joann?  I like Depeche Mode and all but that's one of their worst songs.

Three years ago, Kate was a whiter shade of pale.  So there.

Four years ago, Ian had several bum-related peeves.  The Unknown Peveer had just one.

Five years is too far to go back.  That's all I've got for this week.  See ya.

Peeves of Yore - Reality TV Peeves

So I guess the dude that no one expected to win American Idol won, and the ambiguously gay dude who was on the cover of Entertainment Weekly lost.  Whatever, I don't watch that show.  I'm all about Bigger Loser and Real World vs. Road Rules Challenges and Big Brother and Survivor. And Celebrity Fit Club. 

In 2006, Joanne also did not care about AI, nor did she give a flying fuck about Brangelina.  So there.  Then, she had another peeve about a show I don't think I ever heard of.

In 2007, Blaugra cared enough about American Idol and her top pick to peeve about it. 

Also in '07, Kate felt sorry for Maureen McCormick.

In 2005, Michelle had her fill of shows like 'The Swan' and 'I Want A Famous Face'.  Nowadays, she stays up late to watch shows about people like this.  And this. 

A few years ago, someone named Rachel (who?) peeved about one of my favorites - Big Brother.  Again, who is Rachel?

Just last fall, Amy wished that BBC America and her TiVo would play a little nicer together.

When is Celebrity Fit Club coming back on?  And did you know that I (sort of) know ANT?

Peeves of Yore - Early May Edition

One year ago, I was grossed out by a Pizza Hut commercial.  These days I'm grossed out by Domino's commercials. 

Two years ago, Kate had a bumper sticker peeve. 

Three years ago, Michelle had banana breath, and the Unknown Peever had gas. 

Four years ago, the Unknown Peever hated his/her job and then totally quit!  I do not think the same UP posted both those peeves, although that would be awesome.

And five long-ass years ago, Nikki peeved about something she did to Michelle, and needing a stiff one at breakfast.

Peeves of Yore, the mid-April edition

One year ago, JoAnn proved that she is a little old lady.

Two years ago, Blaugra had something to say about Sanjaya.  Who?

Three years ago, JuJu told us about her relationship with satan.

Four years ago, Kate had some cash in the bank.

Five years ago, Michelle did a good deed.  See?  Her heart is not completely black.

Peeves of Yore - Happy Easter!

I know this week's Peeves of Yore is two days late, but I have a good excuse.  Mother Fucking Kidney Stones.

Now, I am full o' ham and cheesy potatoes, green bean casserole and hollandaise asparagus, red wine and hard cider.  And I think my kidney stones have passed.  Hallelujah.

Last year, Kenna enjoyed her very first Easter, and Blaugra was trying to find ways to deal with her leftover hangover.

Two years ago, Melissa had a WTF moment on Easter, and I was really fat.

Three years ago, the Easter Bunny said suck it. And Hello Kitty did too.

Four years ago, Cindy-Lou's husband was lumberjacking on Easter Sunday.

Five long years ago, Michelle had multiple Easter peeves.

Peeves of Yore - April Fools on You

Last year, Nikki wondered aloud at the wisdom of 5" clear stilletto heels with a business suit.  A joke?

Two years ago, not exactly on April 1st (but close enough), the Unknown Peever just wanted an answer from her tricky girly parts.

Three years ago, Yahoo mail played a mean joke on Joann.

Four years ago, no one peeved on April 1st, but that's probably because we were packing up and moving off stupid Blogger.  Blogger sucks, no fooling.

Five years ago, Michelle had her corneal tissue flapped open, her cornea re-modeled using a laser device, and the corneal tissue flap positioned back over her eyeball.  Are you grossed out just reading this?  Good.  April Fools.  even though she really did it.

Peeves of Yore - it's all about Joanne today

I think she's in Ireland, right?  What a slacker.

One year ago, Jo had a peely thumb, interfering with her hard mousing work.  Annoying!

Two years ago, Jo switched from Kool-Aid to....prune juice?  Hot water with lemon?  General Foods International Coffee?  Harvey's Bristol Cream?  I don't know - what do old people drink? 

Three years ago, Jo's peeve started an interesting debate about the difference between hotpants and short shorts.  As an aside, there is one girl at my office whose name I do not know, but I call her 'hotpants'.  And everyone always knows exactly who I am talking about.

Four years ago, Jo told the mailroom employees where to stick it. 

And five long years ago, Jo asked the world to 'Say my name, bitch'

A New Peever

I am happy to announce that I've added a new Peever to the roster. Red should be familiar from his frequent submissions for Reader Peeves. We finally have a man Peever again. Maybe this one will stick.

Peeves of Yore - Happy Spring!

Spring began at 7:41 am or something like that this morning.  In related news, it is snowing in Buffalo right this very moment. 

Three years ago, Kate had an issue with Mother Nature.  And again just last year too.

January of '06 saw Joann feeling like a duck.  A duck with moldy shoes.

In September of '06, Michelle gave the finger to the Santa Ana winds.  She really hates wind.  Did you know she does not like wind?

That same month, Blaugra wrote a poem telling another type of wind to eff-off.

JuJuBee once prayed to a special kind of God (the Buffalo school systems) for NO MORE SNOW DAYS.

In November 2007, Hazel said, "Snow, rain, whatever.  Shut it."

Peeves of Yore. The mid-March edition

Oh March, I hate you.  Days of teasing warmth followed by a morning of flurries.  Plus, no vacations planned for a long long time.  You are truly the cruelest month.

One year ago, I worked late and had a bad snacking habit.

Two years ago, Blaugra just couldn't get a date and time without a lot of effort.

Three years ago, JuJuBee hated on....something...?

Four years ago, Kate hated on her stupid annoying boss.

And five long years ago, Michelle made noise as she walked.

Peeves of Yore - Aunt Flo, Cousin Rusty, the Red Tide Edition

Can you guess what came today? 

Once upon a time, Michelle thought maybe losing her uterus would be okay.

Way way back in 2003, Heather came up with a creative way to avoid ever having her period again.

In April 2006, the Unknown Peever had bad cramps.

In September 2006, Chatty had an issue with the Always marketing slogan.

In October of that same year, Blaugra was tired of the whole thing.

In June 2007, Kate just wanted to get it over with.

Back in the day the UP was not pregnant...or was pregnant.  Or was not pregnant.  Or was? Who knows.

And Another Thing

I hate the new Unknown Peever password. I can never remember it and I have to look it up every time.

Peeves of Yore

One year ago, Nikki was conflicted about (of all things) peeving.

Two years ago, Blaugra needed to focus, and she was kind of sniffly.

Three years ago, JuJu just wanted to be normal.

Four years ago, Jo was not impressed with the phenomenon that is J-Lo.  I'm not either, and people call me J-Lo all the time.

Five years ago, Michelle was Australia, or was it Pakistan?  No, wait - she was Dune.

Peeves of Yore: Valentine's Day Edition

Last Valentine's Day, Kate the Peon, swinging single gal, had an orgy in her kitchen, while Joanne finally discovered the identity of a secret admirer.

Two years ago, JuJuBee was bursting with love for us all.

Three years ago, the Unknown Peever cheated on her husband when she made out with a coworker. That's my guess anyway.

Four years ago, Jen14221 started the greatest love affair of her life.

Five years ago on Valentine's Day, nothing happened, but a few days later Joanne got picked up at the grocery store.

The year before, Joanne had stimulating intellectual discourse about stewardesses in love.

Peeves of Yore

One year ago, Kate was having a real panty problem.

Two years ago, Blaugra had some issues with Lane Bryant. 

Three years ago, Joanne did not care about Brangelina OR American Idol.

Four years ago, Michelle became Peeved Michelle!

Five years ago, Michelle and Joanne were the only peevers peeving (with an occasional peeve from Heather).

Have a Valentine's Peeve? Send it in.

All you poor little grumpkins who hate Valentine's Day, send me your peeves. I will be posting a special edition of Peeves of Yore/Reader Peeves on Valentine's Day. Send them to peevedmichelle at yahoo dot com.

Re: Peevery Christmas Presents

They went out on Monday except for the one to Rachel in Canada and the one to AmyAnne in the next town over from me. Rachel, yours required an in-person hand-off to a postal worker because of the customs slip, so my sister is mailing it sometime this week. Amy, I didn't want to spend $1.17 on postage when I can drop it off to you on my way home one night. Now, I just have to remember to actually put it in the car.

A Year of Peeves

Here are some of our favorite peeves from last year:

Blaugra had a bubble butt and was hating on words. Who hates words?

JuJuBee considers male genitalia and gets mean and judgey when she drives. Who doesn't?

Hazel isn't wasting time making dinner anymore and she'll let your kids die.

Joanne schooled skinny boys and grossed me out again by making me re-read this post.

Jen14221 hates Sundays and loves peanut butter but can no longer eat it because peanuts cause kidney stones. Who knew?

Amy pondered melon balls wants to eat people. (Bonus: this peeve made me ask Amy to join the Peevery roster.)

Nikki was alarmed by how much she was spending on drugs and she had a Biggest Peeve Ever about butts.

Kate the Peon no longer supplies sordid stories for a friend and solicited bail money for an imminent murderous rampage.

I hate hard meat sticks and I forgot to mention that the reason for this acupuncture appointment was to get knocked up. Then I got knocked up the next time I ovulated. Coincidence?

Peeves from Readers

Is "Peeves from Readers" a better name than "Open Peeves"? Does anyone even care? Also, a real quick update on the Peevery Christmas presents. They are ready to ship and will go out this week. I meant to send them last week but Joanne (a Peever!) was visiting and she is so demanding of my time what with her wanting to "relax" and "enjoy time off" the whole time she was here.

Max has a Boxing Day peeve:

O dopey guys at Starbucks, I only knew you for ten minutes yet I cannot stand you.
 
After standing behind you, while the three or four people ahead of us were served, I was treated to a lengthy discourse on all of the Starbucks drinks you have tried.
 
So I am confused.  When you get to the counter, you barrage the worker with many questions about the products served here. How can this be?  Your queries are those of a person who is unacquainted with the delights of this shop.
 
However, this is not intolerable, and since it's Boxing Day I am feeling a good deal of bonhomie.  No, the true irritation comes next.  When you begin to read the post-it note with the drink orders for your girlfriends, neither you nor the workers can figure out what they want.  Fine, if they can't adequately describe what they would like to drink, you ought to just buy a hot chocolate or a latte, something with whipped cream, and move on.  No, this is the point where you bust out the cell phone and spend five minutes in a three way discussion with your girlfriend and the Starbucks worker about whether a caramel frappuccino macchiatto comes with syrup on top.  Sheesh.  You are a total tool.
 
I only want to buy an iced tea and begin my two hours of driving back home, maybe get on the highway before it gets dark.  However, in the fifteen minutes of slowness, including ten minutes of these honkers, my plot was foiled.  I figured I would be healthier and cut back on the sodas, so instead of the 7-11 next door, I went to Starbucks for a tea.  I think it is a sign to skip the $2 iced teas in favor of a 75 cent 32-ounce diet coke.

Red has a New Year's peeve:

Most of the musical entertainment on network television on New Year's Eve is targeted to the 15-24 demographic, at least as near as I can tell.  Has it occurred to the network execs that most people age 15-24 are hammered and nowhere near a TV at that time?  The rest of us old fogies that ARE watching TV end up changing the channel every time one of these talentless, pitch-corrected, manufactured hacks gets on the stage.  Maybe I'm just crabby because its past my bedtime.

Then There Were Ten

We bid a fond farewell to our only male Peever, Michael. After four years on the roster, he's given us up for greener pastures. Actually, I forgot to ask why.

The Peevery Christmas Giveaway

Bumping this up to the top. FYI, you have until Christmas Day to sign up. I will send these out the week after Christmas.

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The Peevery is sending out Christmas presents this year! If you would like to receive a gift from the Peevery all you have to do is donate to the charity of your choice.

Well, that isn't ALL you have to do. In order to get your present you must also do the following two things:

1. Comment on this post with the name of the charity to which you donated and a link to their site. You don't have to disclose your donation amount if you don't want to.

2. Email me at peevedmichelle at yahoo dot come with your name and mailing address, even if you know I already have your address. Also include your user name from your comment so I know who is who.

Do you have a blog?

Once upon a time, I read all of your blogs and commented on them regularly. I even linked to them in sidebar. Then, a very common thing happened - I started something that I didn't finish. I started reading blogs in an RSS reader, but as I was transferring them from my del.icio.us list to the reader, I got interrupted and never went back to it.

Anyway, I would still like to read your blog and I bet lots of other people would, too. If you want us to read your blog, post a link in the comments. I have turned on URL linking, so you just have to post the URL and it will automatically turn into a link.

Oh, oh, oh, I almost forgot - if you want us to follow you on Twitter, post your Twitter link, too. You can follow me (boring) and the Peevery (feed with links to posts).

Peeves of Yore: Cleanliness is Overrated Edition

I spent the day not cleaning my apartment like I wanted to but instead struggling with a plugged sink so here are other people's peeves about clean.

Michael has trashy neighbors who let their children leave their toys on his patio.  His cleaning tip: relocate their toys to the trash can.   

Peeved Michelle's cleaning tip is to earn enough money to not only have a housekeeper but a household manager too.  At this moment I would totally love a housekeeper and a household manager.

Jen14221 pondered how clean laundry takes up less space than dirty laundry in one's suitcase. 

Jujubee's secret to a clean house  is sending the boys on a fishing trip. 

KtP recommends to keep a clean fridge, you should not have 4 cartons of bad milk. 

BlogHer Update

I mentioned a few months ago that I planned to go to BlogHer next year and have some Peevery meet-ups. Clearly, that was before I got knocked up. Now, I can't go. My baby will be just a few weeks old in July, so I won't be able to fly to Chicago and meet you in person.

Peeves of Yore: Black Friday Edition

Happy Black Friday everyone!  Technically today is not the busiest shopping day of the year.  That honor is reserved for the Saturday before Christmas, but in honor of Black Friday and the shopping that Peeved Michelle and I are not doing this year (due to her visiting the in-laws) here are some of our shopping peeves.

In one of my favorite Peeves she's ever done (and that's saying a lot because she peeves a lot) PM apoplogized to the poor sensitive eyes who had to witness her enormous girth at the Santa Monica Macys.

Blaugra had difficulty buying anything at Lame Giant that didn't look like a circus tent.

PM tried and failed to buy a pair of Crocs.  Clearly she wasn't supposed to be a croc person.   On a semi-related note, the show I'm watching was just interrupted with "breaking news."  The breaking news... where people were lined up to shop.  

Melissa was sucked into Victoria Secret's marketing ploy.   

KtP found a great deal for a whopping $1.05 off a nightgown.  I wonder how she resisted?

That's all.  I have to go to bed now because I will be up joining the insanity at 4:45 in the morning!  Yay!