-Michael J Armijo
PHILOSPHICAL STATEMENTS
PHOTO OF THE DAY ’25 Years Ago’: July 7, 1987, Honolulu, Hawaii
Jeff Sombat and his pal, Stephanie on top of DIAMOND HEAD Crater
Monday
March 14, 1983
Well, tomorrow is another day and I have to drive to work. I had the chills after work as I witnessed a car accident on the freeway. Tony, my brother, and I both witnessed it with our very own eyes. We were commuting to work in Downtown Oakland together. We both agreed that one of the drivers was driving recklessly and deserved what happened. What an action-packed way to end the work day.
In speaking of work, Helen and I are ‘more or less’ rekindling our friendship. We enjoyed lunch together even if the cafeteria ‘Quiche Lorraine’ did make my tummy feel queasy. Helen’s homemade peanut butter cookies were delicious.
I asked Helen “Is there ANYTHING that you do not make that is good?”
The cute gal just giggled.
What else can one write about on a regular Blue Monday? I am only happy that my shift ended at precisely five o’clock rather than six-thirty. I am excited about November 3, 1983. That is the date that I may be able to submit a transfer request to become an Advertising Sales Representative in San Francisco or Buena Park, California.
Tony gave me my FLOCK OF SEAGULLS cassette tape. I envy him being off from work this coming Tuesday and Wednesday.
Barbara Reynolds wasn’t at home when I telephoned her tonight. Ah shucks! I wanted to share the excitement of my new FLOCK OF SEAGULLS tape. I just love all of the songs. I RAN…so far away.
March 15, 1983
I guess my thoughtfulness paid off. I sent Salima Nasardeen-Hamilton (a cute lady at work who is on disability) a get well card. She sent me a message today at work. She wrote: ‘Thank You So Much for Your Thoughtfulness’.
That cute gal, Salima! She is black (but more tan through my eyes). She is quite fashionable in her attire and turns me on at times. Besides all of that we both get along so very well.
It was nice driving to work today. I should have taken Barbara’s hint about an evening walk along Piedmont Avenue or Lake Merritt. Perhaps I will do that tomorrow.
I am happy that Jackie Woods called me also. She lifts my spirits. I know there will never be anything intimate in our relationship. It’s clear that she really ‘likes me’. She’s just NMT (Not My Type). And as far as Lisa Pinatore is concerned…if she cannot break a few dates with her girlfriends for me I feel she is not ready for as serious a relationship that I am so eagerly searching for. I king of yearn for that Rosemary ‘chick’ I see occasionally at the San Lorenzo BLACK ANGUS. Who knows? I wonder if I will see her again.
I have nothing more to write about today of any vital importance. I must plan to discuss my possible cruise in June with Helen tomorrow. I will also call Seanne (Howard’s roommate) just to check up on her. I need to find out how she’s doing. I like to show my concern for her. I mean…how would it look if I called only when Howard was there? Seanne is a lovable gal. I care for her, too.
March 16, 1983
I had such a funny day when I said to my coworker, Joan Lyons, “I’m going to choose a bright green St. Patrick’s Day hat for selling all of those gift certificates.”
Today, my section went out for lunch together for having the most improved sales. We ate at the MIRABEAU RESTAURANT. It was fun sitting between Joan Lyons and Barbara Reynolds. I ate prawns and scallops. They were delicious. The wine cooler drinks that I won at the sales table look refreshing, too. Juanita Lane, another cute black chick in the office makes me laugh. I learned today that she is twenty-nine years old.
Juanita said, “I want one of those wine coolers, Michael!”
“You can have one on Friday night,” I exclaimed, “If you decide to go and see THE ROAD WARRIOR movie with me.”
The question is now whether or not she will take me up on my offer. I hope she realizes I was serious and accepts the date. We would have a good time together. She has a cute, lovable body, too.
I overheard Juanita say to Barbara, “I plan to go to a sperm bank if I don’t get married sometime soon!”
It’s hard for me to believe that she’s not married yet.
I gave Barbara a ride home and let her borrow my SAGA cassette tape. She had a good day, too. I’m so glad we have each other as friends to comfort one another during times of stress.
Occasionally, Howard crosses my mind. I wonder how he is doing. I’m glad he is out of the country right now. It makes me realize I can make time for other people easily whether he is here or not. I am looking forward to seeing him in Mexico though. How can one not look forward to a trip?
I was happy to learn from my call to mom that my ARMIJO5 license plates had arrived. I will pick them up tomorrow.
Another nice thing was to find my brother, John, at home. He returned early from his bartending job at GALLAGHER’s in Jack London Square today. We will enjoy watching DYNASTY together tonight. I will also enjoy watching Joan Rivers on THE TONIGHT SHOW with Johnny Carson. John’s early arrival inspired me to go out for dinner with him. He wasn’t turned on to The Rustler or Straw Hat Pizza in Alameda.
John said, “I’m tired of those places because I frequent those joints.”
“So where do you want to go?”
“How about DENNY’s…near the Oakland Airport?”
And so, we waited for a DENNY’s waitress to seat us. It took forever so we walked out and went across the street to THE SIRLOIN AND BREW. The waitress at SIRLOIN AND BREW somewhat resembled Joan Rivers. She got off on the wrong foot with John. I must admit. There wasn’t anyone there to greet us when we walked in to the place. It also took five to seven minutes before we were seated. I felt sorry for her. John did not, of course.
She did win a half point when she came by to ask John, “Are you still mad at me?”
I laughed. I tipped her fifteen percent anyway. It was nice to have dinner with my kid brother for a change. I like his company and keeping tabs with his life because I care for him very much. He has a blind date soon. I don’t know whether I envy or pity the guy. I mean, a blind date is so ‘blind’. Who knows? What can one expect?
March 17, 1983
St. Patrick’s Day
I spent today working but was happy about picking up my personalized license plates (ARMIJO5) for my new Mustang Convertible.
Helen called me while I was home.
She promised, “When you get back from Mexico…I promise we’ll discuss definite plans for our cruise in June to the Caribbean or wherever.”
I suppose I will go out and rock and roll at the STAR GAZE in Fremont. I promised Jackie Woods I would drop by before leaving on Saturday night. Besides, I want to cruise around with my new CALIFORNIA ‘Golden State’ ARMIJO5 reflective license plates. First, I must take short snooze. Yawn!
After my yawn I took off for BAY FAIR Shopping Center in San Leandro to browse in The Record Factory and MACY’s. I continued on my journey to STAR GAZE. It was okay but I’ve had better nights. I merely danced with Jackie and her pal, Dina. I also danced with a Marin County girl named Lisa.
March 18, 1983
It is my last day before my week in Mexico. How can I complain? Well, it’s kind of sad because I’m losing my great ‘tub mate’, Joan Lyons. We are planning on the musical chairs game in our section. And yes, Joan is leaving the department. Other than that depressed fact I have enjoyed the day. I appreciated Joan’s Bon Voyage hug good-bye. I also appreciated the thoughtfulness of Barbara Reynolds’s Bon Voyage postcard.
Tomorrow is the night. Goodbye California, USA. Hello Guadalajara, Mexico. I had planned on reading tonight; yet, I am now contemplating a visit to THE BRICKHOUSE in San Leandro. It’s a Rock n’ Roll joint that was recommended by Michael Miller and his pal, Chris. There is also MOTHER’s in San Jose. That’s an idea, too. And so…I just may go out and ROCK OUT.
MOTHER’s was a drag! It turned out that everyone there was much too young. I did meet someone named Kimberly Night (a bitch who wouldn’t dance with me and a high-school junior—believe it or not). I also met Thelma Durhendahl of San Jose. She was okay…but just NMT (Not My Type).
March 19, 1983
After I picked up my income tax return documents I rode my bike to Suzy Miller’s. Sue, her sister Renee and I went to OLE’S WAFFLE SHOP. It was so much fun. It was a quaint outing and we promised each other that we’d do it again. I realized that Renee really does ‘something to me’ inside. I will have to pursue her. She’s so smart and such great company. I love her auburn hair and light green eyes.
I was pissed about both 24-Hour Teller Machines at the GREAT WESTERN in Alameda and San Leandro. They were both closed! It sure was great to cruise my car with the convertible top down on such a nice day though. I like to look at the bright side.
One old man asked me, “How much did that car go for?”
There were also a group of teeny-bopper dudes who said, “That car is BITCHIN!”
It was all so flattering.
March 20, 1983
Well, here I am in Guadalajara, Mexico! Believe me, it’s NO fun! This is because I don’t really comprehend a lot of the lingo. They speak much too fast. It’s seven-thirty in the morning. I am waiting here at the airport for Howard to arrive. If he’s forgotten I think I’ll die. What will I do? Where will I go? I must think positive. I am sure he will arrive soon.
Maybe I will look for a place to buy postcards to occupy my time. I shall conclude about this eventful trip later (and yes, I am being sarcastic).
“I will not accept authority, jealousy, questioning my conduct. I insist on being free!”
-Uma Thurman to Robert Pattinson
BEL AMI, 2012 motion-picture
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