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Surviving The Family Get Together
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- October 27, 2008
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I'm leaving for a family gathering tomorrow. My sisters, their husbands, kids, parents, grandparents....it will be so great. And I'm a little scared to think what might happen when we all join together after so many years apart. Here is a guide to what you'll need to make it home in one piece.
Booze
How should I say this delicately? My family likes to drink….a lot. Rarely does a day go by when we don’t have at least a glass of wine with dinner. I am fond of Cabernet and also Vodka. I have a feeling we’ll be drinking a lot to ease the tension and lift our spirits. This also usually ends in a silly spat after someone says somethng “jokingly” and then one of us starts crying. The drunk, crying daughter. My dad is so proud. I’ve already put in my request to my sister to stock up on lime and soda. I’ll need a drink.
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Argonaut Liquors
700 E Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80203
Bring a bottle of wine for your host(and you.)
Bring a bottle of wine for your host(and you.)
Laptop
I would go absolutely nuts without access to my favorite websites (Guidespot) and email access, so, when I’ve had my 4 glasses of wine, I can send drunk comments on my myspace page to all my friends back home. “OMG! My parents are killing me! Save me!”
Circuit City
1505 S Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO 80222
I got my laptop here.
I got my laptop here.
Walking Shoes
Just a short little walk around the neighborhood can do wonders when you need a little ‘me’ time. Tie up your sneakers and head outside to clear your head and keep from biting your sister’s head off. Family time is great.
Cell Phone
I know a few people who leave all forms of communication at home when they leave for vacation. Not me. Especially if I’m going to be with 8 family members. I have my best friend on speed dial for when I have to sneak outside, have a smoke, and bitch about my family, that I love dearly.
Verizon Wireless
511 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
I got a brand new phone charger.
I got a brand new phone charger.
Cash
My dad will probably foot the bill for our dinner’s out and movies or entertainment..but what if I need to make an emergency trip to the drugstore for more cigarettes(I smoke more when I drink or get upset)? Dad isn’t going to support that habit. And if the trip turns into a total bust, it usually costs an extra $100 to change your flight….a.k.a. leave early. Yikes!
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Ear Plugs
I love my niece and nephew. They mean everything to me. But listening to my 2 year old niece’s music all morning long while I’m trying to sleep is not my idea of a peaceful morning. There’s only so much toddler music a girl can take. This also comes in handy when your 8 year old nephew decides to wake everyone up early with his best dinosaur impression.
Courtesy of shadester (flickr).
Xanax
Think you’re going to explode and it’s only day 2 of your little vacation? I find a Xanax comes in handy to just make everyone a little bit easier to take. It’s also great for the plane ride if you hate flying like me.
Rite Aid Pharmacies
750 16th St, Denver, CO 80202
Is your prescription ready?
Is your prescription ready?
Camera
You want to get all this loving family fun time on camera right? As much as I joke about our silly arguing…I wouldn’t miss it for the world and can’t wait to take pics of all that we do.
Target Stores - Store Information
7400 South Gartrell, Denver, CO 80202
Digital and disposable cameras are here.
Digital and disposable cameras are here.
Courtesy of Felix van de Gein (flickr).
IPod
I’m sorry. Did you say something? That is what you might say when your family is talking amongst themselves, or getting a little rowdy, but you didn’t hear because you were smart enough to bring your favorite tunes to drown out the , um, noise. No…I love that story I’ve heard 50 times already growing up. Let’s hear it again!
Apple Store
1755 29th Street, Boulder, CO 80301
IPod is loaded with songs.
IPod is loaded with songs.
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