Freaking awesome. Cutest thing ever.
Friday, May 29, 2009
swimming with the fishies
Last weekend, while my sister was in town, her, me and my mom went to an aquarium. The aquarium is at the Wildlife World Zoo and is open in the evening, even after the zoo is closed. It has only been open since December and is the only aquarium in the state of AZ. Anyway... point being... I took lots and lots of photos. Not great ones, but ok. If you'd like to see them, click on the picture below.
upside down jelly fish
upside down jelly fishWednesday, May 27, 2009
funny shit
I am not hopping on the Kradam crazy train, but watch this from 1:19 to 1:34. I am laughing so hard that I am crying. I keep watching it over and over and it cracks me up every single time.
art is good for the soul
I have recently found an artist that I am really into, Renee French. I love this one, especially:
Check out her blog, here
Check out her blog, here
Monday, May 25, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
me, today
That ok I'm feelin' alright
It's easier to grab a beer
Without a thousand people here
Talkin' to a friend of mine
Ask him man
He'll say he's just fine
Talk of songs and inspiration
Dreams and financial desperation
I wonder where I'll be in a year
Probably be sittin right here
But if you know the answer
Don't tell me anyone
I don't wanna know
Well I don't wanna know
We've been saying we're going go somewhere
For a long long time
Nothing ever happens
Why's it never happen
Ya We've been prayin' we're going get somewhere
For a long long time
But it never happens
Why's it never happen
I wonder where I'll be in a year
Probably be sittin right here
But if you know the answer
Don't tell me anyone
I don't wanna know
Cause I don't wanna know
Sunday, May 17, 2009
suck
I went to the endocrinologist last week and found out that all the weight I lost last year, I have gained back. Not all of it, but 90% of it. I knew that I had, but seeing the scale was a different story. Totally depressing. What's even worse, the new wedding ring that I got for our 10th anniversary does not fit anymore. I can get it on, but it is way too tight. My old one still fits, so I am wearing that now. And my clothes still fit, because I am a few pounds less still. But its a slippery slop. I gotta get back on track. I lost weight last year, I can do it again. I have to do it again.
suck.
suck.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
top 3
bleh. East coast feed. Don't wanna know, stop now.
Gokey - Dance Little Sister - Picked by Paula. Boo. Sounds terrible. Skatting with the saxophone. Someone save me. Randy crawls up his ass again. They talked about his dancing. What does that tell you? Nothing really good to say about the singing.
The judges messing around during and in between songs is just plain rude.
Kris - Apologize - Picked by Randy & Kara. Why they gotta make me think of Archuleta? WOW. He sounds so good. It actually took my breath away when he started singing. I am sitting here with my hand over my mouth, because I don't really know what to say. Kara wanted him to "make it his own"??? It was perfect for him just the way it was. Standing ovation for Simon Cowell. He called Kara out for choosing the song and then saying he should have changed the arrangement.
The judges are disrespectful and rude. I hate them. I hate this stupid show. The contestants deserve more.
Adam - One - Picked by Simon. Awesome. This kid can do no wrong. Simon booed at Randy's comments. Love it. Lambert's got this in the bag.
Speaking of that... Did you notice there was no Idol Gives Back this season?? Dumb.
Gokey - You Are So Beautiful - Arrangement sucked. Sounded terrible. The gospel part. Way to play to your fan base. Thank goodness he's done.
Kris - Heartless - SHUT UP! That was even before he sung. He's got balls. And damn... he actually pulled that shit off. I loved that version. He is a white dude, with a guitar singing a rap song. I am still in shock. He deserves to be in the finale.
Adam - Cryin - DAMN! FIERCE! The backup singers are too loud. And I am not too keen on the way they chopped the song. But he sung the shit out of that song.
I have to say that Simon redeemed himself in my eyes tonight. Not just because I agree with him. But because he was the most respectful to the contestants. He was honest and even when he wanted to, he didn't kiss ass.
Should I vote? Nah. I don't care THAT much.
Gokey - Dance Little Sister - Picked by Paula. Boo. Sounds terrible. Skatting with the saxophone. Someone save me. Randy crawls up his ass again. They talked about his dancing. What does that tell you? Nothing really good to say about the singing.
The judges messing around during and in between songs is just plain rude.
Kris - Apologize - Picked by Randy & Kara. Why they gotta make me think of Archuleta? WOW. He sounds so good. It actually took my breath away when he started singing. I am sitting here with my hand over my mouth, because I don't really know what to say. Kara wanted him to "make it his own"??? It was perfect for him just the way it was. Standing ovation for Simon Cowell. He called Kara out for choosing the song and then saying he should have changed the arrangement.
The judges are disrespectful and rude. I hate them. I hate this stupid show. The contestants deserve more.
Adam - One - Picked by Simon. Awesome. This kid can do no wrong. Simon booed at Randy's comments. Love it. Lambert's got this in the bag.
Speaking of that... Did you notice there was no Idol Gives Back this season?? Dumb.
Gokey - You Are So Beautiful - Arrangement sucked. Sounded terrible. The gospel part. Way to play to your fan base. Thank goodness he's done.
Kris - Heartless - SHUT UP! That was even before he sung. He's got balls. And damn... he actually pulled that shit off. I loved that version. He is a white dude, with a guitar singing a rap song. I am still in shock. He deserves to be in the finale.
Adam - Cryin - DAMN! FIERCE! The backup singers are too loud. And I am not too keen on the way they chopped the song. But he sung the shit out of that song.
I have to say that Simon redeemed himself in my eyes tonight. Not just because I agree with him. But because he was the most respectful to the contestants. He was honest and even when he wanted to, he didn't kiss ass.
Should I vote? Nah. I don't care THAT much.
come back to me
While we wait all day for the Top 3 to perform on Idol, I want to discuss David Cook's latest video for Come Back To Me. First off, I really like this song. I have from the very beginning. Secondly, I know I am way late in discussing this video. I know its been out for a few weeks, but I keep forgetting to discuss it. In case you haven't seen it, here it is:
Ok. So he sings it backwards. Been done. And been done WAY better. In my opinion, the backwards singing is very distracting. And the backward motion just seems odd. I think its an easy way out. When they have no other idea for a video concept, they do it backwards. Whatever. But the one good thing I have to say about this video is that it highlights DC's best asset... his mouth. I am a fan. Think he's not bad looking. I have always thought that he has a nice mouth. It was the first thing I noticed about him. I like to watch him sing because of it.
What do you think of the video?
Ok. So he sings it backwards. Been done. And been done WAY better. In my opinion, the backwards singing is very distracting. And the backward motion just seems odd. I think its an easy way out. When they have no other idea for a video concept, they do it backwards. Whatever. But the one good thing I have to say about this video is that it highlights DC's best asset... his mouth. I am a fan. Think he's not bad looking. I have always thought that he has a nice mouth. It was the first thing I noticed about him. I like to watch him sing because of it.
What do you think of the video?
everything old is new again
When I was in junior high and high school, I lived in Flojos. I honestly do not know why I ever stopped wearing them. I am thinking moving out of state had something to do with it. But when I used to wear them, I wore them like mad. I used to wear out a pair, until it was falling apart, then buy a new pair. Then, after I moved from AZ to OH, I started wearing Birkenstocks. They are still my primary footwear, but tonight I was online looking for a pair of black flip flops. Suddenly, flojos popped into my head. I wondered if they even still made them. Then I found them and I was damn excited. I ordered my standard black pair. They now have brown and offwhite. I might have to get them too. But I started with my old standby. I am very, very excited for them to arrive.
Monday, May 11, 2009
who wants to buy me this?
Yeah, I know its $160, but its Hello Kitty dressed in donuts. Its like my dream come true.
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Thursday, May 07, 2009
can you be an immature adult?
So apparently going to bed is not gonna happen, so I figured I might as well unload some of my brain here.
Lately I have been thinking a lot about being an adult and being mature. Can one be an adult and still be immature? Or does being an adult, by definition, mean you have to be mature? I don't know. I struggle with this, because I am immature most of the time. When I need to be, I can be a responsible adult. Wait... take that back. Not when I need to be. When I have to be. But most of the time, I am silly and immature. I like to laugh and have fun. I like to do stupid things and usually don't mind looking like an idiot. Like swinging on the swings or spinning around on merry-go-round. That's fun. That's kid stuff, so to me it seems like I am immature. I also fear responsibility and fight it often. I also enjoy being spoiled and having things done for me. And I often take that for granted. I try not to and to voice my appreciation, but probably not enough. So all those thing combined do make me immature. But does that mean that I am not an adult? And are all those things flaws? I know that avoiding responsibility and taking things for granted are big flaws, but I am aware of them. And what is it they say about knowing?? Something about half the battle? So, I go back and forth thinking... I should get rid of all these stuffed animals and silly Hello Kitty things. I need to grow up and start acting my age. I am 31 for crying out loud. What 31 year old sleeps on a Care Bear pillow case and wears a hoodie covered in glittery guitars? Oh. Me. So what to do? Well, the hoodie was white and got a big stain on it while we were camping. Instead of cleaning it, it went in the trash. Don't ever think I'll get rid of my Care Bear pillowcase. Maybe when Chris gives up his Transformers one. I am beginning to think that maybe I do need to grow up in lots of ways. But then again, I am afraid of losing myself in the process. I don't know where that fine line is yet. As I am writing this out, it is becoming more clear. I can have the fun, silly stuff, but I really gotta work on the rest. I gotta learn to be more responsible and step up. I need to pull my weight in the world. I let it spin all around me and enjoy the fruits of others labor. And complain when I have to do anything of my own. I know this makes me seem like I am not a very good person. I haven't always been this way. I have just fallen into this comfort zone lately and I need to pull myself out of it. Act my age. But still use a Hello Kitty toothbrush. This is clearly a bigger issue than "Can you be an immature adult?" I think I've worked some of it out. I think its starting to make sense.
Lately I have been thinking a lot about being an adult and being mature. Can one be an adult and still be immature? Or does being an adult, by definition, mean you have to be mature? I don't know. I struggle with this, because I am immature most of the time. When I need to be, I can be a responsible adult. Wait... take that back. Not when I need to be. When I have to be. But most of the time, I am silly and immature. I like to laugh and have fun. I like to do stupid things and usually don't mind looking like an idiot. Like swinging on the swings or spinning around on merry-go-round. That's fun. That's kid stuff, so to me it seems like I am immature. I also fear responsibility and fight it often. I also enjoy being spoiled and having things done for me. And I often take that for granted. I try not to and to voice my appreciation, but probably not enough. So all those thing combined do make me immature. But does that mean that I am not an adult? And are all those things flaws? I know that avoiding responsibility and taking things for granted are big flaws, but I am aware of them. And what is it they say about knowing?? Something about half the battle? So, I go back and forth thinking... I should get rid of all these stuffed animals and silly Hello Kitty things. I need to grow up and start acting my age. I am 31 for crying out loud. What 31 year old sleeps on a Care Bear pillow case and wears a hoodie covered in glittery guitars? Oh. Me. So what to do? Well, the hoodie was white and got a big stain on it while we were camping. Instead of cleaning it, it went in the trash. Don't ever think I'll get rid of my Care Bear pillowcase. Maybe when Chris gives up his Transformers one. I am beginning to think that maybe I do need to grow up in lots of ways. But then again, I am afraid of losing myself in the process. I don't know where that fine line is yet. As I am writing this out, it is becoming more clear. I can have the fun, silly stuff, but I really gotta work on the rest. I gotta learn to be more responsible and step up. I need to pull my weight in the world. I let it spin all around me and enjoy the fruits of others labor. And complain when I have to do anything of my own. I know this makes me seem like I am not a very good person. I haven't always been this way. I have just fallen into this comfort zone lately and I need to pull myself out of it. Act my age. But still use a Hello Kitty toothbrush. This is clearly a bigger issue than "Can you be an immature adult?" I think I've worked some of it out. I think its starting to make sense.
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
song in my head 05/06/09
Whole Lotta Love by Led Zeppelin performed by Adam Lambert
Thanks to Idol last night, this has been in my head for over 24 hours. Studio version pretty much rocks. But so far this season, I haven't bought any itunes tracks. Meh.
Tuesday, May 05, 2009
top 4
I am live blogging the east coast feed of Idol tonight, so any West Coasters who don't want spoilers, stay away. I warned you!
Stage fell apart. hahaha. But it is really sad that stage manage, Debbie got hurt. Hope she's ok. So they had no dress rehearsal? Too f-ing bad.
Wait... did he just say duets? What. the. holy. crap. is. that. about??
Adam - Whole Lotta Love - Funny that he sounds like Axel Rose tonight. Maybe that came to mind because of Slash, but he really does. Maybe that is the comparison I have been looking for all season and it never clicked until just now. Slash told him to stay mostly in his lower register and he did. There was none of those high pitched squeals and I liked it. It made this performance stand out from all the others. Crap, Kara is orgasmic. Wow... Simon says, "No one can top that now."
Allison - Cry Baby - It was just ok. I liked to, but I am not sure if its enough. She actually sounded better during the mentoring with Slash. Did Simon tell her to beg? Stupid. I kinda think this might be the end for her.
I know they said duets, but why are they not singing two songs alone? That's not fair. Assholes. I hate this show. These duets are gonna kill me. Except maybe the one between Allison and Adam. That might rock my socks off. I'd have to put socks on for them to be rocked off, but you know what I mean.
Kris & Danny - duet, Renegade - Gross. Dumb. Horrible. Make it stop. I have to agree that the harmonies were pretty good, but all the excuses made me dislike it even more. Gokey saying that he couldn't hear because the band and speakers were on the stage. Um... really? I know at church you sing along with a tape, but in real life the band is on the stage. Dumbass. Poor Kris.
Kris - Come Together - That must have been amazing to play with Slash like that. I don't even play guitar and that would be a dream come true for me! Sounding good so far. This is probably the closest Kris can get to rock. I actually really liked that. Looks like the judges want him to go home this week. Its ok, Kris. 4th place ain't so bad. *wink*
Gokey - Dream On - HAHA! You can tell that Slash doesn't like Gokey either. Hilarious. This is so wrong on sooooo many levels. Before the high note happened, I kept saying, "Please no. Please no" hoping that he wouldn't sing it. I had to cover my ears and screamed myself to block it out. It was so bad. So bad. That's all I can say. Again, more excuses. That's all he's got. Get rid of this asshole. I pray. But I know that is not gonna happen. Its so sad that TPTB will not let the judges be honest about Gokey. You can tell that they have to say something good. Its so obvious. Gah.
Adam & Allison - duet, Slow Ride - That was fun. They sounded great together. And I agree with Simon, but I am worried that Adam fans are gonna split their votes and vote for Allison. Oh well. Honestly, at this point it doesn't even matter.
Can I just tell you that I love that they played the primal scream for Danny's recap? Awesome. I hope to God that Gokey goes home. If not, its Allison. I think Kris has enough of a fan base to stay. Ok. It's over. My poor ears.
Stage fell apart. hahaha. But it is really sad that stage manage, Debbie got hurt. Hope she's ok. So they had no dress rehearsal? Too f-ing bad.
Wait... did he just say duets? What. the. holy. crap. is. that. about??
Adam - Whole Lotta Love - Funny that he sounds like Axel Rose tonight. Maybe that came to mind because of Slash, but he really does. Maybe that is the comparison I have been looking for all season and it never clicked until just now. Slash told him to stay mostly in his lower register and he did. There was none of those high pitched squeals and I liked it. It made this performance stand out from all the others. Crap, Kara is orgasmic. Wow... Simon says, "No one can top that now."
Allison - Cry Baby - It was just ok. I liked to, but I am not sure if its enough. She actually sounded better during the mentoring with Slash. Did Simon tell her to beg? Stupid. I kinda think this might be the end for her.
I know they said duets, but why are they not singing two songs alone? That's not fair. Assholes. I hate this show. These duets are gonna kill me. Except maybe the one between Allison and Adam. That might rock my socks off. I'd have to put socks on for them to be rocked off, but you know what I mean.
Kris & Danny - duet, Renegade - Gross. Dumb. Horrible. Make it stop. I have to agree that the harmonies were pretty good, but all the excuses made me dislike it even more. Gokey saying that he couldn't hear because the band and speakers were on the stage. Um... really? I know at church you sing along with a tape, but in real life the band is on the stage. Dumbass. Poor Kris.
Kris - Come Together - That must have been amazing to play with Slash like that. I don't even play guitar and that would be a dream come true for me! Sounding good so far. This is probably the closest Kris can get to rock. I actually really liked that. Looks like the judges want him to go home this week. Its ok, Kris. 4th place ain't so bad. *wink*
Gokey - Dream On - HAHA! You can tell that Slash doesn't like Gokey either. Hilarious. This is so wrong on sooooo many levels. Before the high note happened, I kept saying, "Please no. Please no" hoping that he wouldn't sing it. I had to cover my ears and screamed myself to block it out. It was so bad. So bad. That's all I can say. Again, more excuses. That's all he's got. Get rid of this asshole. I pray. But I know that is not gonna happen. Its so sad that TPTB will not let the judges be honest about Gokey. You can tell that they have to say something good. Its so obvious. Gah.
Adam & Allison - duet, Slow Ride - That was fun. They sounded great together. And I agree with Simon, but I am worried that Adam fans are gonna split their votes and vote for Allison. Oh well. Honestly, at this point it doesn't even matter.
Can I just tell you that I love that they played the primal scream for Danny's recap? Awesome. I hope to God that Gokey goes home. If not, its Allison. I think Kris has enough of a fan base to stay. Ok. It's over. My poor ears.
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