Dirty Girl Scout
Posted By Kristabella on May 8, 2008
So, remember that one time, like I don’t know, weeks ago? When I mentioned that I may quite possibly be a little tired? You may not remember that one time because it’s not like I’ve gone on and on about the EXHAUSTION because who would do that? Not me, that’s for sure. Because I’m awesome like that.
Today I not only contemplated going to bed at 6 PM, I also thought a dumpster in an alley in downtown Chicago would be a comfortable place to take a long six-hour nap. Because I was that tired. Because apparently walking around the city the whole day, totally does not make the exhaustion any better. At all.
I also went to the doctor today. She took some blood. And asked me “well, what happens if the tests come back fine and you’re still tired? Let’s talk about that. Because then you’re just going to be tired and I’m going to have to write you a prescription for naps in the middle of the day.”
I should get the results back in a day or two and I am hoping for this to be fixed soon. Or to get those naps in. My doctor SAID!
But I did have an awesome time with my friend Lori, who was in town. We hung out on Wednesday night and then spent all day today pal-ing around the city. And then I had popcorn for dinner. Not just any popcorn. Garrett’s popcorn. Which I would give my left nipple for.
Last night we went out for dinner, had a few drinks and then went to Rockit, which has some of the world’s best martinis. Like, in the WORLD. (That link plays music, so don’t click it if you’re annoyed easily like an overtired, snarky blogger. Because it will irritate you.) They have one called Dirty Girl Scout, which I didn’t want to order based on principle because Girl Scouts are good people and they are serving our community and wearing ugly uniforms all whilst learning to tie knots and build fires with a rock and a piece of string. Let’s not disrespect the Girl Scouts.
But then I TRIED the Dirty Girl Scout. And disrespect away, bitches, because that shit is the TASTIEST thing I’ve ever had in my life. And if my cholesterol comes back high, I’m totally blaming it on this drink. Because fuck the doctor and that whole “not eating or drinking after midnight” shit. DIRTY GIRL SCOUT. Enough. Said.
We met a nice dude from San Antonio, who Lori and I were totally all “we want to go to San Antonio. Give us your card! You can totally show us around when we come.” It’s nice to know that blurting out insane things isn’t just limited to me. And it probably explains a whole hell of a lot about why we’re such good friends.
We told San Antonio about the Dirty Girl Scout and all its girly fabulousness. And I, being, well, me, was all “it’s SO good. Want to taste?” And then I let a STRANGE MAN take a sip from my glass. Which I guess is weird, but seeing as I would have not minded to have this STRANGE MAN stick his tongue in my mouth, it seemed oh so harmless in my backwards-ass brain.
After three martinis (after a few mixed drinks with dinner) we went over to Howl at the Moon. Because I make everyone I know LOVE this place. And we had a good time. I switched to drinking beer because you know what? It has no cholesterol and it’s like water, so shut the fuck up doctor with your cholesterol tests that I don’t need because I’m JUST TIRED.
There is a nursing conference in town and they were all at Howl at the Moon. And they were ALL dancing on the stage. Even the male nurses. Including one very seemingly gay nurse. Who was shaking his ass like his nursing job depended on it. And then we decided we (by we, I mean me) that nurse would become code word for a gay person. And then you could yell out NURSE! And make yourself hyperventilate from the fit of giggles.
It was pretty funny after three Dirty Girl Scouts, let me tell you!
Then during “Pour Some Sugar on Me” the piano guys were singing “Pour Some Sucrose on Me” for the nurses and the NURSES. Again, funny after thin mints in a glass.
Today we just hung out downtown, went to Millennium Park because people love The Bean (as do I).
Oooooh, shiny steel!
And we had lunch with my mom because Lori has actually never met my mom. And then we both got really tired and went to this awesome tea shop to rest our weary bones and then it was time for Lori to leave. But it was a fantabulous time with her and I’m really excited to help her celebrate her 30th in a few weeks in San Francisco! Because really, we can make watching paint dry on a two-by-four in a tornado fun.
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I want to go to pose with the bean! *pout* Do you think you could take it to Memphis with you, if you make it? Please?
Oh, and if I had $1, I’d totally buy the bacon gift on Facebook and send it to you. Because I love you THAT much!
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That bean is pretty cool. Also, I would feel like an ass ordering something called the Dirty Girlscout, but I would totally want to try it. Also, I still love that red shirt you have on.
OK, the Dirty Girl Scout sounds good but not as good as the Key Lime Pie martinis at Wildfire. Oh, and there’s a Wildfire dinner in my near future…YUM!
I want that drink IMMEDIATELY.
I love the bean too! I’ve never heard of it until now but it was love at first sight.
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I totally dissed Girl Scouts yesterday. And I don’t even feel bad about it.
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hey…
Give up a left nipple? HA. Ha. ha. The right one is the better of the two? =)
Anyhoo…about your photo of Millineum Park (shiny steel). I saw it and remembered this photo that I saw on Flickr. I tihk you guys must live in the same city .
http://www.flickr.com/photos/vvansanten/2365610037/sizes/m/
=)
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dirty girl scout = DESSERT. yum
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When I went to see the bean, it was supercrowded so not as fun. However, I did see a police officer on a Segway (!) who looked like Carl from Family Matters (!!) so that was pretty cool.
I’m glad you and your friend had so much fun! And now you are going to San Francisco? After you just went to Las Vegas? I am so jealous.
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Can we have Dirty Girl Scouts when I move to Chicago?
PLEASE.
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but wait. What’s in a Dirty Girl Scout? I’m afraid to google it. (snirk)
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You HAVE to go to San Antonio during Fiesta. It is a hoot. And do the River Walk. And eat at Dick’s on the River. You will love it.
Namaste.
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“Who was shaking his ass like his nursing job depended on it.”
I just spit Cherry Coke all over my desk. That is the funniest thing I’ve heard all day!
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I sooo want to visit Chicago now! You make getting drunk and talking to strange men sound like A BLAST!!!
And I totally need to know what is in the Dirty Girl Scout, because I am not brave enough to google it. Oh, wait-yes I am.
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Now I’m craving Thin Mints. And I didn’t even order Girl Scout Cookies this year.
I also want to come to Chicago and check out Howl at the Moon.
But first, I want you to figure out what’s making you so damned tired… we need your strength up by the time July 13th rolls around! *wink*
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being tired all the time sucks… have they tested your thyroid levels yet? (i used to be tired and in a fog-like state all the time, turned out that my thyroid wasn’t working so good anymore — nothing a pill a day couldn’t fix!)
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Now don’t hit me because it’s just a thought…
But did the doctor pose that maybe all the alcohol and late nights are making you tired?
(Cringe as I wait for the internet slap)
🙂
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I spent most of my youth looking for a dirty girl scout. Apparently they are in Chicago.
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Now that I finally have a laptop to use, I can comment.
Firstly – I already miss ya like crazy.
Secondly – Your Mom is awesome and I am totally taking her to lunch next time I’m there.
Thirdly – We get to do it all over again in less than three weeks – yay!!!!
Oh wait…
Fourthly – (is there a fourthly?) I finished the book on the plane and loved it and am ordering the other two on Amazon. Everyone needs to go out and get/read Such a Pretty Fat now!
That bean is AWESOME! I’ve never seen it before!
I’m envious of the nap prescription 😉
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I need a night like that. I am so overdue.
I fully confess that I try to take a short nap EVERY SINGLE DAY.
As for your night out, you make me wish (for just a brief moment) that I were still young and childless.
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Hope that your tired-ness eases up soon! Also, I CANNOT WAIT to see you and the Haros in a few weeks! Are you still sleeping on our 1997 college futon??
I had a shot once called a Junior Mint and I’ve never been able to find anyone else who knows how to make it. I bet the Dirty Girl Scout is similar. You crack me up. You’re totally my new “imaginary friend”.
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Okay – a few things.
First – I am intrigued by this Dirty Girl Scout. Thin Mints in a glass? SIGN ME UP!
Second – Garretts? And you didn’t invite *me* along for some delicious caramely goodness? (sigh)
and Third – Is it sad that I’m an hour from the city and have lived here all my life and still have not made it to go see The Bean?
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Heh. I just looked up “Dirty Girl Scout” – looks particularly yummy.
1 oz vodka
1 oz Kahlua® coffee liqueur
1 oz Bailey’s® Irish cream
1 oz white creme de menthe
Mix the vodka, kahlua and bailey’s and pour over ice. Pour the creme de menthe down the center of the glass. Looks gross, but tastes delicious!
And I would agree with you on the beer = water bit. But I’m Canadian and our beer is a bit stronger here 🙂
I saw the bean in Chicago – and I couldn’t figure it out, but it looked interesting 🙂
So i’m totally late…again. Can’t believe I forgot to comment on this. That’s why I shouldn’t read blogs at work and comment when I get home.
All that intro just to say you should come hang out in San Antonio. It’s way fun! You can come hang out with me & we can pretend to have a bachelorette party…we all know how that turns out!
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