The Unwelcome Vistor

Mondays- nobody likes them, especially me. This Monday was no different.


I had been extremely tired from a busy weekend, and when my cell phone alarm went off that Monday morning it was a bit harder to wake up. I usually let my alarm go off for an average of 30 minutes,.. until I get up. I think I hit snooze for about an hour this morning. A bit above average. I reluctantly got out of bed, quickly showered and got ready for work. Luckily my commute is fairly reasonable, it usually only takes me 15-20 minutes to get to work.

Ahhh.. work. Needless to say, it was one of those days, where everyone needed everything yesterday. So as I sat in my chair very stressed out, I was counting the minutes until I could go home and have a moments respite, and... continue working. Yes, I had to do a bit of work at home but, it is usually more relaxing when I can focus without the constant phone ringing and inbox cluttering.


Finally the quitting bell rang, and I ventured home. I usually don't partake in the consumption of wine after work- I always felt it was kinda weird to drink by myself. But today was definitely an exception to the rule. As I was having trouble removing the outer-wrapping, and that's when I saw Him. The unwelcome visitor...

I reached into our utensil drawer to retrieve a knife, and something caught my eye. At first glance I thought it was a leaf. I thought to myself, "why is there a leaf in our drawer?" So I went to brush it out and that's when the leaf was not a leaf, but a cockroach.

At the realization that I almost touched a cockroach, I immediately flipped out in my typical fashion. For those of you who know me, I'm very jumpy. So naturally I ran out the kitchen screaming bloody murder, and perched myself a top our banister, so that my body would not be in contact with the floor.


It was at this point my roommates seemed to noticed something was wrong,.. (I think the screaming gave it away.) Autumn and Stephanie both thought I was being a bit ridiculous, however, I disagree, for Hank was a very large creature. Being the brave one, Stephanie decided to try and kill Hank but she could not find him.

I was still super creeped that there was any type of bug in our house. I'm a non-bug person. I don't kill them- people kill them for me. I think that my already stressed body heightened my already unnatural fear of bugs, and I still have not had any wine.

Not wanting to leave my "safe zone"- Stephanie was nice enough to bring my wine to me. So in all my classiness, I went ahead and drank my wine straight up from the bottle, while sitting atop our banister - still feeling very shaky. (Caution: Mimi does not recommend 1- sitting on a banister, or 2- drinking alcohol while doing number 1. and 3- Hank, he will haunt your dreams) Always ask a parent or guardian before trying this at home).

While were still could not find Hank the Cockroach or any of his friends. The night was slightly rectified by getting Pizza Nova. and although they would not deliver to our apartment, Autumn and I successfully picked up our food without me locking my keys in my cars. (Yes- it happened last Dec). Thus concluding my Monday. We still have yet to find Hank- I will keep you posted.

Christmas 2007

Friends, Family, and Furred Creatures,
Greetings and Salutations! Alas, the sweet smells of holly and pine is upon us once more as we set forth in motion the holiday chain of events. After a year of being “good” and a month of searching for parking spots at the local mall, we finally reach the day in which we wake up earlier than ever. Amongst, all of the good tidings and great cheer we have begun to ponder this previous year, and reflect back on what has happened in the two-thousand and seventh year of our Lord.
Rumor has it; Chuck Norris put extra locks on his door when four local Chicagoan’s received their Black Belts. Another headliner was Brent’s big move to chi-town, as he finishes up his degree at DePaul. He didn’t get far from the homestead as he moved less then a block from Michelle. Any future shenanigans will be dually noted. Michelle put her best foot forward in the working world this December as she (finally) graduated in Interior Design. She is now working full time at Ware Malcomb Architects. Although, its not civil engineering, she’ll be working on many of same projects as her Pop’s. Sherri is showing off her latest fashions on the locals as she’s still styling at Stein Mart. Finally, last but definitely not the least, Preston has perfected the art of the “Golden Child”. As the class president and a second degree blackbelt, he’s giving a young Chuck Norris a run for his money.
Luckily for you the format of this letter has minimal space for “bragging”. (Please see separate attachment of the accomplishments of the Cats…) On that note, the Jacob household wishes you a warm Christmas season, and a stress-free holiday filled with rainbows and smiles.
Happy Christmas,
Jeff, Sherri, Michelle, Brent, and Preston

Thanks & Give 2007

Ahhh... the sweet smells of turkey carcasses are upon us once again as we set forth in motion the holiday season. As I ponder the past and reflect on the seasons previous, I have come to see how much hasn't changed. Except for this years Thankgiving Menu at the International House of Jacob. Thats' right people, Mash Potatoes and Gravy made their Thanksgiving debut this year! It was a huge step for those Taters,.. we took them off the bench and decided to let them be in the starting line up. and well.. you guessed it. They made us proud. Whether or not they will play next year is still up in the air. Another huge hit was the packers, as they lead Green Bay to a sweet sweet victory. One thing I did learned this year, and this is key- dont mix sudafed, Benadryl and Champange..... or you'll pass out mid-guitar Hero while playing "message in a bottle" on expert. then you'll wake up 3 hours later disoriented and tucked in your little brothers bed with a cat staring you down as you sleep off green bean casserole. Yes sir, Thanksgiving can be a dangerous holiday, and I trust you all celebrated with caution. Every year at least 5 people die from an O.D. on pumpkin pie...and those stats are rising. But I know you all know when your limit is, and that makes me proud to share my holiday's with ya'll. With that being said, I shall sign off as I have to attend an intense game of scategories, Then if i'm lucky Mexican Train Domino's. I shall bid you farwell....Yours Truly,Meems