I was adopted...
by a 16 year old cat named Norman. isn't he cute?
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Having a bad day?
Is mankind wearing you down? No hope for us as a species, let alone a race?Check this out- you might feel a bit better.
Sunday, August 27, 2006
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Monday, August 21, 2006
Snakes On a !#$@! Plane...
So,I saw Snakes On a Plane this weekend.
And I punched myself in the face while watching it.
Now, telling you this is an exercise in public humility akin to what George Bush must have felt when he had to admit to choking on a pretzel (Egad! I compared myself to Bush!), but I feel I have to get it off my chest.
Its not a good movie, not in the "accepted" sense, but its worth seeing on the big screen if you want to have a good time. Or if you want to punch yourself in the face and need a lame excuse to do it.
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Ganked from...
Mamacita...
You scored as WereWolf.
WereWolf: Craving rare Meat, feeling caged, aggitated by being around people. Unable to control one's anger or temper. The person will give off symptoms of the shift. They will seem more hostile, blood thirsty, aggitated. They may even growl, bare their teeth or other animal like tendencies. In rare cases, some will physically change. Facial hair will grow thicker or darker, nails will become longer, canine's will seem longer. Embrace your wild side, for you are The Misunderstood WereWolf.
WereWolf - 84%
Mermaid - 67%
Dragon - 50%
Angel - 50%
Faerie - 42%
Demon - 33%
What Mythological Creature are you?
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Tuesday, August 15, 2006
And more on the interesting front...
http://www.boingboing.net/2006/08/10/if_the_liquid_could_.htmland this
http://www.citizen-times.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060810/NEWS01/60810001
Now tell me, what the hell is the point of that? Better that we all die on the ground? Geez, people are stupid.
Monday, August 14, 2006
Tom Waits...
is TRULY my favorite performer. I love all of his music, and I love the movies he's been in as well (okay, not so much on Dracula, but HE was great).
Last night's concert was exceptional to say the least. He's a rare treat live, and I had only experienced that up to this point with bootleg and live albums. And the venue was spectacular. My only disapointments were Akron itself, which was really pretty dead (the two open restaurants we could find were swamped, although I had some good mimosas) and some of the crowd. I mean- who would have thought there would have been a fight? ruckus? altercation? I have no idea what it was, but it was at the very least bad behavior on someone's part. People behaved better at the Pogues' concert I went to this year- and they were occasionally threatening violence to each other. And to those of you who feel its necessary to get up every five minutes to get your piss-water beer, take a leak, or just chat, GROW UP!. Learn to sit still for a couple hours! What are you, five?! Jeez.
Okay, rant over.
Thank you, Mr. Waits and crew- hope I can see you again sometime.
Ganked from...
Patriside...1. My roommate and I once: tie-dyed my ex-boyfriend's underwear and socks.
2. Never in my life have I: jumped out of a speeding car.
3. The one person who can drive me nuts, but then can always manage to make me smile is: Kevin (the house gnome)
4. High school was: like a series of revolving doors.
5. When I'm nervous: I conjure up every possible scenario so I can deal with them properly.
6. The last time I cried was: Can't remember.
7. If I were to get married right now, my bridesmaids/groomsmen would be: Same as they were initially (though I would want to add my sisier-in-law, Jeanne- I've always regretted that).
8. Would you rather run naked through a crowded place or have someone e-mail your deepest secret to all your friends? Run naked. Thought I don't think I have any deep secrets. Maybe I hid them away. Like Zaphod.
9. My hair: is ALWAYS messy.
10. When I was 5: I lived some place, but I can't remember where.
11. Last Christmas: my daughter got an OBSCENE amount of gifts. I'm cutting back this year, just for the shear principle of it.
12. When I turn my head left: I see a poster I designed that I never particularly cared for.
13. I should be: more patient, more empathetic, and more sympathetic. But I think its a lost cause.
14. When I look down I see: paint stains on my jeans.
15. The craziest recent event was: my sister, brother-in-law and his sister and I drove to Akron of all places last night, saw a show, then drove back. And I still got up and went to work this morning. On about an hour of real sleep.
16. If I were a character on "Friends" I'd be: um, the one who doesn't watch it and therefore doesn't know what's going on? Someone nearby just told me I would be "Phoebe".
17. By this time next year: I hope I have my garden in hand.
18. My favorite aunt is: hmm. Tough one. Maybe one of the ones I don't know very well?
19. I have a hard time understanding: algrebra.
20. One time at a family gathering: I made my poor husband and father recane a chair, with no experience and a paragraph of instructions. They did a great job.
21. You know I like you if: I actually talk to you.
22. If I won an award, the first person (people) I'd thank: would be me. Hell- I won the award!
23. Take my advice: don't listen to a word I say.
24. My ideal breakfast is: a tuna wrap with good coffee. Or just good coffee.
25. If you visit my home town: Tell me which one actually counts as the hometown- there's been so many.
26. Sometime soon I plan to visit: Florida. Pray for my survival (if you do that sort of thing).
27. If you spend the night at my house: I'll make you a good dinner.
28. I'd stop my wedding if: I couldn't find the groom.
29. The world could do without: Georger Bush.
30. I'd rather lick the belly of a cockroach than: stand for another term with George Bush.
31. The most recent thing I've bought myself is: White Castle.
32. The most recent thing someone else bought for me is: a book.
33. My favorite blonde is: my daughter.
34. My favorite brunette is: my husband.
35. My car must have a sign on it that reads: NO comic sans.
36. The last time I was drunk: I might have been tipsy last night. A little.
37. The animals I would like to see flying besides birds: Harpies.
38. I shouldn't have been: so surprised when my sister told me she thought I was ADD. She's totally wrong, but, I shouldn't have been surprised.
39. Have you ever shaved your pubic hair? Yup.
40. Last night I: saw Tom Waits. Live.
41. There's this woman I know who: writes lesbian novels and does cool artwork. I thought she was too scattered to do it when I knew her in college. Kudos to her.
42. I don't know: why people are amused by Paris Hilton or Britney Spears.
43. A better name for me would be: Ms. Thickasawhaleomelet.
44. If I ever go back to school I'll: study Art History or pottery- something useless but interesting.
45. How many days until my birthday?: 241
46. One dead celebrity I wish I'd met is: hmmm. I'm not much into dead celebrities. Maybe John Lennon, so I could have told him to wear a bullet proof vest that morning.
47. I've lived at my current address since: Early this year.
48. I've been told I look like: Janis Joplin.
49. If I could have any car, it would be: VW Bus.
50. If I got a new cat tomorrow, I would name it: Norman. Cause that's the name of the cat with cute fangs that keeps hanging around my house. And it totally suits him.
Monday, August 07, 2006
Absurdity of the day...
Tuscan Whole Milk, 1 Gallon, 128 fl oz at Amazon.com
The reviews are a must- see sample below:
In Xanadu did Kubla Khan
A stately dairy-house decree:
Where Alf, the sacred river, ran
Through caverns measureless to man,
Down to a sunless sea.
So twice five miles of fertile ground
the sacred cows wandered and fed,
And there were gardens bright with soft young grass,
Where blossomed many a pound of fresh-churned butter;
And casein scents filled the air,
Engorging the nostrils of naughty milk-maids.
A damsel with a dulcimer
In a vision once I saw:
It was an Abyssinian milk-maid,
And on her dulcimer she played,
Singing of Cottage Cheese.
Could I revive within me
Her symphony and song,
To such a deep delight 'twould win me,
That with music loud and long,
I would build that dairy in air,
That sunny dome! those cows of wonder!
And all who heard should see them there,
And all should cry, Moo! Moooo!
Her flashing eyes, her swinging udder!
Weave a circle round her thrice,
And squeeze the teats with care,
For she on sweet grass hath fed,
And produced the Tuscan Whole Milk, 1 Gallon,
128 fl oz, of Paradise.
-- Samuel Taylor Coleridge, 1816
Tuesday, August 01, 2006
I'm late! I'm late! For a very important date!
As usual- I sat in front of the computer last night thinking "Hmm, there is something I must do...", but it never came to me. But here it is anyway- my mixmania Hot list, which I called "You Sexy Thang":You Sexy Thing by Hot Chocolate
I wanted this list to be about things I find sexy- and chocolate and compliments always do it for me...
Forest Whitiker by Brother Ali
Any overweight albino rappers with this much self-confidence get my vote as being totally sexy. Besides, I think Forest Whitaker is hot. Yes I do.
Thinkin' About Your Body by Bobby McFerrin
This is not the "Don't Worry Be Happy" Bobby McFerrin. The dude is great. Check him out.
Can't Get Enough of Your Love by Barry White
Barry White- 'nuff said.
This Business of Love by DoM.I.No
I just like this song- I don't know why. Maybe its 'cause the guy has a VERY sexy voice.
In These Shoes by Kirsty MacColl
One of my favorite songs ever- you can't tell me this isn't hot.
Fever by Ray Charles & Natalie Cole
This is another "gimme" selection. I mean really- its perfect.
Good Morning Little Schoolgirl by Jonny Lang
Only boy that makes me want to go cradle-robbing, and that's based on his music alone.
Slip Away by Clarence Carter
The great Clarence Carter- I can't get enough of him.
Peel Me a Grape by Diana Krall
I'm not a huge fan of hers, but this song does it for me.
Hello My Baby by Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Not the WB them song, I swear, just soft, rhythmic and good.
Spill the Wine by Eric Burden and War
This is the same as the Brother Ali thing, and I think Long haired gnomes are sexy too.
Let's Get It On by Marvin Gaye
I had to put this on- no choice whatsoever.
Son of a Preacher Man by Dusty Springfield
She sings this in exactly the right way. Love it.
Hummingbird by B.B. King
My husband's favorite B.B. King song, both sad and sexy at the same time.
Hips Don't Lie by Shakira w/ Wyclef Jean
The sexiest song to come out this year- I can't resist it despite the hype.
Comes Love by Billie Holliday
Billie Holliday knew what love was, and she sang it with her whole being.
Touch-A, Touch-A, Touch Me by Susan Sarandan
Remember- sex is funny, yes it is.
Ice Cream Man by Tom Waits
There always has to be Tom Waits, and let me tell you how this song does NOT make me think of ice cream.
I'm in the Mood by John Lee Hooker
I LOVE this man's voice.
At Last by Etta James
Etta James is another one who sang it 'cause she knew it. One of my favorite songs ever.
Kind Woman by Buffalo Springfield
A nod to the hippy crunchiness I can't escape. There's a need there that can hardly be resisted.
Love and Happiness by Al Green
I love Al Green, but the horns really put this one over the top.
Erotic City by George S. Clinton and the Parliament Funkadelic
This song is just SEX. And its terrific. I dare you to keep from moving.
If Love Was a Train by Michelle Shocked
Listen to the words on this one- fabulous!
Bandy Bandy by Zap Mama
I love me some Zap Mama- and I think this is her sexiest yet.
Blueberry Hill by Fats Domino
I think my grandmother always thought his "thrill" was some sort of religious epiphany- I think she was wrong, wrong, wrong.
When a Man Loves a Woman by Percy Sledge
Percy Sledge is definately the man.
Feelin' Love by Paula Cole
Just a good, sexy song.
Lay, Lady, Lay by Bob Dylan
I love the way he sings this- its Bob Dylan at his sexiest.
I'm On Fire by Tori Amos
The Bruce Springsteen song, a bit slower, a bit more sultry- just as effective.
Try a Little Tenderness by Otis Redding
I first heard this song while in theatre school- we were doing a play called "The Road", and it ended the play, and I swear, every evening the audience would be in some sort of trance because of it. It was amazing.
You Can Leave Your Hat On by Tom Jones
I love Tom Jones, I can't help it.
Crazy Love by Van Morrison
Just a beautiful, sexy song.
Goodnight, Sweetheart by The Spaniels
And to end it...
Sadly, I never got a mix from anyone else, but maybe it will arrive this week? :(
