Don't flush groceries

A few nights ago my land lady came over and explained that she was collecting three Griven (Ukrainian money) from everyone in the building to fix the plumping. Apparantly there had been some problems, and I was asked to not flush potatoes and/or maceroni that I don't want down the toilet and instead put them in the garbage like everyone else. I was A) entertained and B) slightly defensive as I explained that although I would be happy to pitch in my three griven, I NEVER flush groceries. Hahahaaa...that's a first. It's worth mentioning that the entire conversation took place in Russian, so I guess my language skillz are coming along.

I came to two realizations yesterday. First, I haven't eaten a vegetable in almost two months. Ooops. Second, I have never been happier than I am right now. I work in an exciting and challenging job that I love, I have really great friends, and my emotional, physical and mental health is tip-top. Basically, what I'm saying is this--life is good. Life is very, very good. :-)