Not such a lightweight

As it turned out, this one was not such a lightweight. When I suggested margarithas he was all for it. First strawberry. Then raspberry. Sorry C, I led him astray...(MOHHHAAAAHA, did you really expect me not to?)

Lightweights

Americans are lightweights when it comes to partying. This is no news, but still ever so funny. Perhaps it comes from them having to do lots of facetime in the office, having approx 2 weeks of holiday every year. Poor bastards. Anyway, taking one of them out tonight. Somehow I think he'll be even lighter than the one the other week, who actually seemed to enjoy himself downtown Zürich. At least he wanted the web links to the places we were in the next day. A good sign. And this one's skinny, so he can't take much alcohol...this'll be fun! If not, I'll be back blogging at 10pm...

Bauknecht

Tomorrow I have a meeting with the Bauknecht people in Zürich suburbia. Why is it that all suppliers to my flat have to be located in the middle of nowhere? I have to bring my passport everywhere you know. So tomorrow I'm going to look at washing machines, dishwashers, fridges and the likes. If I get a better deal than in the other places, then why not? Let the haggle begin...

Rhododendron and geraniums

Pretty, ain't it?

Working time

I couldn't give a flying fuck about demonstrations today. It's anyway just everyone for themselves, so let them march if it makes them happy. I have better things to do with my time.

Like planting flowers on the balcony. It wasn't really meant to be me doing it, but since CG has abandoned me over the weekend and cleaning man didn't have time, I had to get to work. Where is solidarity when you need it?

But it's rewarding since you can see results straight away. And if this ain't blue collar working hands I don't know what is!

I call it a diaperhead

or "Why we believe Americans are stupid": http://youtube.com/watch?v=C6r1IcY1pv0&feature=related

The quilt has arrived

The much longed-after quilt has finally arrived and it's fabulous. Only the bill that came along with it was a bit of a shock. But hey! It's only money. And the quilt will survive me I'm sure. Especially since I'm told I can do the dirty on it, wash it, and it'll be as good as new. I tell ya, you have to choose your suppliers carefully...

Spring feelings

Eventually Zürich has become a bit warmer. People are starting to sit outdoors, having drinks and just move about. It's great. After spending most of the day with another American I needed this. So took my lawyer friend out for a few drinks and a "sausage diavolo". Nice. He's expecting a baby soon (well, not him personally but you know what I mean) so brought a teeny-tiny yellow top and pants. It's gonna be a girl and we don't wanna do pink/blue theme these days. Gotta stay with the "I'm a female and I'm cool-type of approach". Yellow is one way to go. Anyway, that was nice and I'm already home. I'm starting to be a good girl...

Buzz

Went to see the electricity man today. There is a plan showing where the plugs are, but it was good to talk to somebody who can actually understand that plan. So now I've got spotlights with dimmers in my bathroom, in the hallway leading straight into the bar in the kitchen. Where it also will be spotlights. Square ones of course to go with the theme of square everywhere else. Lighting is important. And since I look better in a bit of a dim light, dimmers are too.

What's not to love?

CG in Booschänzli mood

The only thing to do after a really long boat cruise is to go to Bauschänzli. Where they most importantly have a toilet, and then wine on tap. This is what CG thought of this new experience...

A great day in Zürich

Zürich am see is fabulous. There is no city in the world like Zürich if you ask me. Not that I've seen all cities, but I don't care, Zürich rocks.

This is a pic of the new ferry they built and only upon delivery realized it created too big waves for the lake, and had to rebuild it for 70 M francs. I certainly hope at least one architect got fired. But here it is...

Sodom and Gomorrah

All the time I'm discovering new sides to CG. Yesterday he helped me to draw my furniture into the new flat plan (for some reason the architect wanted this). Was mildly surprised to see that he drew a man in the guest bed surrounded by handcuffs and whips. Who is my flatmate really? This can get real ugly...

Who likes shopping?

Not me, that's for sure. Yet CG and I spent most of the day doing it. Flowers for the balcony, drinks, food and even some clothes (well, in my case a pair of shoes). Exhausting! Then washing, ironing, cooking. I tell ya. I feel like a friggin housewife!

Inauguration

Took an American out last night. He's new in the city and knows nothing yet. And who better to show him Zürich by night than I? Mind you, being an American he doesn't know much anyway. We started out with a few glasses of Sangria at a tapas bar. You know, some cheese, "diavolo" sausage that is put on fire, olives, bread and some meat. Delish. Then I took him to one of my favourite places where I held my birthday dinner 1,5 years ago. And accidentally I ran into the manager there who organized my party. And of course the waiter still knew me. Didn't even have to order. He just brought the wine he knows I like. Good man. And guess where we ended up? Yes of course, my fav place. Was a nice evening, and I wasn't home until 2.30. I guess the American felt quite bad this morning :)

Search engine

This is what you guys search for when finding my blog: 1. zurilife (thank you, means you go directly to my blog!) 2. americans in zurich (haha, they will be sorely disappointed) 3. apfelkammer zürich (yeah, place to recommend) 4. zurich sex (wonder just how disappointed these people will be?) 5. böögg 2008 (yes he burned this year too) 6. gay orchids (why search for this?) 7. mr schweiz (ok, he's goodlooking but doesn't seem to be all that) 8. sex toys zurich (haha, wrong blog!) 9. hopp-schwiiz (why?) 10. mr schweiz 2008 (I don't even have a pic of this guy) Google analytics is interesting.

Male restroom etiquette

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzO1mCAVyMw ...but it still doesn't explain why men spit in the urinal before peeing...

On the bench

At the Hauptbahnhof (main station) there is a bunch of people "in-between-jobs". In warmer weather they seem to have a good time, enjoying the odd crate of beer or the occasional shoot-up, having vivid discussions and just popping down the bridge to pee in the river when needed. Anyway, was thinking about that because yesterday I donated blood again. And had an amateur doing it. Fucking hell! That hurt I tell you. She pushed the horribly thick needle into my vein, or at least she was supposed to. She missed. And then again. I was in agony! Eventually she gave up but the blood wouldn't trickle through at the normal pace so she called a colleague, who came over to twist the needle. Ah the joy of being a volunteer! And the reason I connect the two is that my arm looks like I'm a heroin addict. It's like a big hole in my arm. And I can still feel the needle. Don't be surprised if you see me on the bench soon...

Baby trend

It seems that many of my friends / acquaintances are sprouting babies this spring. They must've been really horny in the autumn, forgetting everything about protection. Condoms are a gift to mankind (or more importantly womankind) and meant to be used!

Selling sand to Arabs

...with my smile. That's the compliment I got today! Hurray! Ain't often. And this unprompted. It makes me smile even more. Haha, I'm gonna live on this for at least the rest of the week.