It's true. I have no thoughts to speak of. I have sat in front of this computer the last couple days trying to figure out something to write and i can't think of a single thing.
I was going to post a couple videos from a performance by my friend emily who performed a 30 minute set of christmas and non-christmas songs in the town center for the lighting of downtown, but unfortunately the quality isn't outstanding and so i don't want to post them. but trust me she was awesome.
i could also talk about my weekend, but since nothing too exciting happened it would be a worthless recap and minutes out of your day that you will never get back.
I think i am just tired. maybe a good night's sleep (something I haven't gotten since friday) will revive my creativity and tomorrow i can come out with somethin bangin'. but right now it's hard enough to concentrate on folding 500+ statements correctly and stuffing them into envelopes.
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Friday, November 30, 2007
it's that time of year...christmas time is here
I love music, and Christmas music is no different. I currently have about 11 hours of Christmas music with artists ranging from Smashing Pumpkins to Michael Crawford, from Boyz II Men to George Strait. It just makes me so happy. Once thanksgiving is over and snow starts to fall it's time to put on the holiday music and get into the Christmas spirit.
So here is my...
TOP 5 FAVORITE "TRADITIONAL" CHRISTMAS SONGS:
1. O Holy Night. By far, the best song. gives me chills everytime.
Favorite version: Michael Crawford's (the original Phantom of the Opera).
2. Silent Night. Classic.
Favorite version: Boyz II Men (acapella=amazing)
3. Up on the Housetop. just fun.
Favorite version: Jackson 5 (this Christmas album defined my holidays as a child)
4. O' Come all Ye Faithful. gorgeous.
Favorite version: Celine Dion
5. White Christmas. never goes out of style
Favorite version: Bing Crosby (of course!)
Honorable Mentions:
-Angels We Have Heard on High by Donny Osmond. c'mon it's Donny.
-Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas by Luther Vandross. all you need is some hot cocoa.
-The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting) by Nat King Cole.
TOP 5 "NON-TRADITIONAL" CHRISTMAS SONGS:
1. Last Christmas. love it love it love it.
Favorite version: Savage garden
2. All I want for Christmas is you. when those jingle bells kick in I smile everytime.
Favorite version: Mariah Carey
3. This Christmas. soulful.
Favorite version: Christina Aguilera
4. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays. fun fun fun.
Favorite version: N'Sync. :)
5. Grown Up Christmas List. such a good song.
Favorite version: Monica
Honorable Mentions:
-Funky Funky Christmas by NKOTB. The st.nick rap part is the best
-Christmas Don't Be late by Alvin and the Chipmunks. "gee i want a hula-hoop"
-River by Robert Downey Jr. kind of a depressing song, but perfect for those "lonely" holidays.
So here is my...
TOP 5 FAVORITE "TRADITIONAL" CHRISTMAS SONGS:
1. O Holy Night. By far, the best song. gives me chills everytime.
Favorite version: Michael Crawford's (the original Phantom of the Opera).
2. Silent Night. Classic.
Favorite version: Boyz II Men (acapella=amazing)
3. Up on the Housetop. just fun.
Favorite version: Jackson 5 (this Christmas album defined my holidays as a child)
4. O' Come all Ye Faithful. gorgeous.
Favorite version: Celine Dion
5. White Christmas. never goes out of style
Favorite version: Bing Crosby (of course!)
Honorable Mentions:
-Angels We Have Heard on High by Donny Osmond. c'mon it's Donny.
-Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas by Luther Vandross. all you need is some hot cocoa.
-The Christmas Song (Chestnuts Roasting) by Nat King Cole.
TOP 5 "NON-TRADITIONAL" CHRISTMAS SONGS:
1. Last Christmas. love it love it love it.
Favorite version: Savage garden
2. All I want for Christmas is you. when those jingle bells kick in I smile everytime.
Favorite version: Mariah Carey
3. This Christmas. soulful.
Favorite version: Christina Aguilera
4. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays. fun fun fun.
Favorite version: N'Sync. :)
5. Grown Up Christmas List. such a good song.
Favorite version: Monica
Honorable Mentions:
-Funky Funky Christmas by NKOTB. The st.nick rap part is the best
-Christmas Don't Be late by Alvin and the Chipmunks. "gee i want a hula-hoop"
-River by Robert Downey Jr. kind of a depressing song, but perfect for those "lonely" holidays.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
you can dance right through your life...
well it didn't work. dominic did not fall in love with me, and I was forced to drive back home. sad day.
The concert was amazing though, and so much fun. Getting there and driving back was a different story. With ugly snowy conditions on Snoqualmie Pass, rush hour traffic from Bellevue to Everett, and completely retarded drivers it took us 4+ hours to get to the events center. It was well worth it though, as our seats were amazing (once the "even though we are on the second row we need to stand up for every performance" people were forced to sit down), and the performances were just as exciting as they were on tv. Dominic, of course, was hilarious and completely blew me away with his solo (song choice: Bel Biv Devoe's Poison). The breakin' performance choreographed and performed by Dominic, Hok, and Sara was also a personal highlight. Lacey was injured, so she didn't dance much (no biggy), except to perform her latin number with Danny (hip-hip chin-chin) and the highly over-rated daddy-daughter routine with Neil. Jesus, Hok, Anya, and Shauna, all not in the top 10, were there to fill-in for dancers and perform. Which meant we got to see the hummingbird/flower routine with Hok and Jaime, and the Vagabond dance with Jesus and Hok which I was way excited about. I was a little upset though that I didn't get to see the "Waiting on the World to change" dance live...okay not really.
Leaving the concert I was dumbfounded by the amount of stupidity and ridiculous driving skills that many people possess. On two separate occasions cars stopped in the middle of a street to "wait" for their passengers. Also, many drivers felt the need to stop and let every person in a 100 yard radius cross the street before they would even attempt to keep the flow of traffic moving. insane. Luckily I am a defensive yet aggressive driver and with my cunning use of car horns, yelling, sarcastic comments, and constant forward movement I was able to navigate my way through the traffic and hit the road home. We arrived home about 2:45 am and I hit the sack.
The concert was amazing though, and so much fun. Getting there and driving back was a different story. With ugly snowy conditions on Snoqualmie Pass, rush hour traffic from Bellevue to Everett, and completely retarded drivers it took us 4+ hours to get to the events center. It was well worth it though, as our seats were amazing (once the "even though we are on the second row we need to stand up for every performance" people were forced to sit down), and the performances were just as exciting as they were on tv. Dominic, of course, was hilarious and completely blew me away with his solo (song choice: Bel Biv Devoe's Poison). The breakin' performance choreographed and performed by Dominic, Hok, and Sara was also a personal highlight. Lacey was injured, so she didn't dance much (no biggy), except to perform her latin number with Danny (hip-hip chin-chin) and the highly over-rated daddy-daughter routine with Neil. Jesus, Hok, Anya, and Shauna, all not in the top 10, were there to fill-in for dancers and perform. Which meant we got to see the hummingbird/flower routine with Hok and Jaime, and the Vagabond dance with Jesus and Hok which I was way excited about. I was a little upset though that I didn't get to see the "Waiting on the World to change" dance live...okay not really.
Leaving the concert I was dumbfounded by the amount of stupidity and ridiculous driving skills that many people possess. On two separate occasions cars stopped in the middle of a street to "wait" for their passengers. Also, many drivers felt the need to stop and let every person in a 100 yard radius cross the street before they would even attempt to keep the flow of traffic moving. insane. Luckily I am a defensive yet aggressive driver and with my cunning use of car horns, yelling, sarcastic comments, and constant forward movement I was able to navigate my way through the traffic and hit the road home. We arrived home about 2:45 am and I hit the sack.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
dancing through life...
Tonight is the night! I get to watch Dominic "D-trix" Sandoval live....yippee. For weeks he danced himself into my heart on "so you think you can dance" and now I get to see him and the other dancers dance live. I am seriously so excited. We head over today at 3:00, in time to grab some dinner, and get to the arena. I am sitting on row 15, so I think if I put out the "vibe" strong enough Dominic may realize that he loves me...what do you think? anyway here is the video of my favorite performance of his from the season. I heart Dominic.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
santa clause is coming to town...
In light of the holiday season which is among us I decided to post a blog I had written a couple years ago on a previous blog site. Many of you never got a chance to read it and since my thoughts (as crazy as they may be) still hold true today, I thought I would share..
so enjoy...
My worst nightmare involves clowns and Santa clause
I love Santa, don't get me wrong, but you couldn't pay me enough money to get on the lap of some stranger in the mall and take a picture, let alone let kids hop up on "potential molester" guy's lap for the season's greetings picture you send to family and friends. I hate Santa Clause's in the mall. I hate them for some of the same reasons I hate clowns. They are these iconic characters that you love without prejudice, when in fact you have no idea who is in the suit or the make-up.
You don't know if jolly old' st. nick is "homeless Henry" or "child molester Charlie" 330 days out of the year who somehow was able to sell enough pop cans to afford a used Santa suit and white beard and get a temp job at the local mall. And yet you freely sit.. or even worse...put your innocent children on his "welcoming" lap, and let him rub your backs as he asks with his alcohol laden breath, "now what do you want for Christmas?" I’ll tell you what I want...I want a car, a TV, and my innocence back you perv, now stop touching me!
You have no idea if minks the clown whose parading around the local fair is really "Merv the Perv" who freaked you out the day before as he smoked, stared creepily, and somehow managed (with his high school dropout IQ) to work the carousel, and now it's his turn to wear the red nose, over-sized shoes, and creepy perma-grin. You don't know...and yet you smile, laugh, give hugs, and let him tickle or poke you, and you think it's fun and cute. Why?
Perhaps I am just cynical? Perhaps I need to see the beauty that.... Nope. They are creepy!
so enjoy...
My worst nightmare involves clowns and Santa clause
I love Santa, don't get me wrong, but you couldn't pay me enough money to get on the lap of some stranger in the mall and take a picture, let alone let kids hop up on "potential molester" guy's lap for the season's greetings picture you send to family and friends. I hate Santa Clause's in the mall. I hate them for some of the same reasons I hate clowns. They are these iconic characters that you love without prejudice, when in fact you have no idea who is in the suit or the make-up.
You don't know if jolly old' st. nick is "homeless Henry" or "child molester Charlie" 330 days out of the year who somehow was able to sell enough pop cans to afford a used Santa suit and white beard and get a temp job at the local mall. And yet you freely sit.. or even worse...put your innocent children on his "welcoming" lap, and let him rub your backs as he asks with his alcohol laden breath, "now what do you want for Christmas?" I’ll tell you what I want...I want a car, a TV, and my innocence back you perv, now stop touching me!
You have no idea if minks the clown whose parading around the local fair is really "Merv the Perv" who freaked you out the day before as he smoked, stared creepily, and somehow managed (with his high school dropout IQ) to work the carousel, and now it's his turn to wear the red nose, over-sized shoes, and creepy perma-grin. You don't know...and yet you smile, laugh, give hugs, and let him tickle or poke you, and you think it's fun and cute. Why?
Perhaps I am just cynical? Perhaps I need to see the beauty that.... Nope. They are creepy!
Monday, November 26, 2007
Your hand in mine, we walk the miles...Thanks to you it will be done
TOP 5 SIMPLE THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR: (part 3 of a 3 part mini-series)
1-5. Family. Of course right? Thursday night my mom and brother Jared joined me and my friends for a night of karaoke. My top moments of the night, are good examples of why I love them: my brother Jared, with his sense of humor and entertaining personality joined me and my friend Emily for an amazing rendition of "we are the world" complete with bob dylan, bruce springsteen, cyndi lauer, michael jackson, tina turner, and al jarreau voice imitations. Then my mom, with her motown soul and rhythmic feet, stood up and danced by the table as my friend Emily sang "let's get it on". so awesome. My sister Kimmy, with her good heart and joyful diposition, called to tell me she had been listening to the Boyz II Men motown cd I had sent her (which I praised in an earlier post) all morning and she loves it as much as I do. She even sang and danced to it with Elsie, and I think Elsie may be a second-generation fan. :) When Mitch, with his chill demeanor, was here for a couple days he let me lay by him on the couch to snuggle as we watched "Gossip Girl" (my choice--not his), and then took me out to dinner. Aaron, who is fun and silly, says the most ridiculous jokes that he thinks are so funny, and although they are completely silly I laugh every time because he is so happy with himself. Lindsay, with her friendly personality and talkative spirit, is always so interested in peoples lives, and never fails to asks me about my friends and the events I go through, I love talking about random stuff with her because she is always there to listen.
1-5. Family. Of course right? Thursday night my mom and brother Jared joined me and my friends for a night of karaoke. My top moments of the night, are good examples of why I love them: my brother Jared, with his sense of humor and entertaining personality joined me and my friend Emily for an amazing rendition of "we are the world" complete with bob dylan, bruce springsteen, cyndi lauer, michael jackson, tina turner, and al jarreau voice imitations. Then my mom, with her motown soul and rhythmic feet, stood up and danced by the table as my friend Emily sang "let's get it on". so awesome. My sister Kimmy, with her good heart and joyful diposition, called to tell me she had been listening to the Boyz II Men motown cd I had sent her (which I praised in an earlier post) all morning and she loves it as much as I do. She even sang and danced to it with Elsie, and I think Elsie may be a second-generation fan. :) When Mitch, with his chill demeanor, was here for a couple days he let me lay by him on the couch to snuggle as we watched "Gossip Girl" (my choice--not his), and then took me out to dinner. Aaron, who is fun and silly, says the most ridiculous jokes that he thinks are so funny, and although they are completely silly I laugh every time because he is so happy with himself. Lindsay, with her friendly personality and talkative spirit, is always so interested in peoples lives, and never fails to asks me about my friends and the events I go through, I love talking about random stuff with her because she is always there to listen.
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
You were right there...And I thank you (thank you)
TOP 5 SIMPLE THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR: (part 2 of a 3 part mini-series)
1.The Dentist. The joy I get the first time I rub my tongue across my freshly cleaned and buffed teeth is indescribable. I've never had a bad experience at the dentist, so to me these people- this experience- is so refreshing. Plus the constant compliments about my clean, straight, and cavity-free teeth that come my way each visit helps the ego a little bit...which is always a plus.
2. Scarves. I can't wear turtlenecks, necklaces, or collared shirts because I feel like they are slowly choking me to death, but scarves...for some reason scarves are different. Maybe it's because I own a couple really cute really soft scarves and love to show them off at winter time, but I love getting all bundled up with a scarf on when it's cold outside (like this morning)
3. Lotion. I currently have 5 different scents of lotion in my purse, along with about 15 other scents sitting on my desk in my room. I have an addiction, but I love it. I love the feel of soft skin, and I love smelling delicious. I get a high every time I walk into Bath and Body works, because I can smell all the scents that will soon be purchased and taken home. Everyday brings a new scent, or a combination of scents that I have put together special.
4. Movie Musicals. Glorious cinematography, catchy tunes, and brilliant costuming--this movie genre has so much to offer. I am excited to see the resurgence of movie musicals as blockbuster gold, and the new audience that it is reaching, but I love the fact that I have been a fan since childhood. Movies such as Annie, Little Shop of Horrors, Wizard of Oz, Newsies, West Side Story, Grease, Funny Girl, Sound of Music, and even Grease 2 gave me an appreciation for this magnificent film genre. And now with such films as Chicago, Dreamgirls, Moulin Rouge, Hairspray, Across the Universe, Rent, and coming soon Sweeney Todd...men/women/and children across the globe are realizing the beauty as well.
5. Naturally Curly Hair. If there is one thing that I can claim a slight OCD about it's my hair. My day's mood is determined by how my hair looks, and I will spend as much time as needed to make sure it looks amazing. But the awesome thing is, having naturally curly/wavy hair means that I always have a Plan B. I love the fact that no matter what, IF ALL GOES WRONG, I just scrunch, spray, and go.
1.The Dentist. The joy I get the first time I rub my tongue across my freshly cleaned and buffed teeth is indescribable. I've never had a bad experience at the dentist, so to me these people- this experience- is so refreshing. Plus the constant compliments about my clean, straight, and cavity-free teeth that come my way each visit helps the ego a little bit...which is always a plus.
2. Scarves. I can't wear turtlenecks, necklaces, or collared shirts because I feel like they are slowly choking me to death, but scarves...for some reason scarves are different. Maybe it's because I own a couple really cute really soft scarves and love to show them off at winter time, but I love getting all bundled up with a scarf on when it's cold outside (like this morning)
3. Lotion. I currently have 5 different scents of lotion in my purse, along with about 15 other scents sitting on my desk in my room. I have an addiction, but I love it. I love the feel of soft skin, and I love smelling delicious. I get a high every time I walk into Bath and Body works, because I can smell all the scents that will soon be purchased and taken home. Everyday brings a new scent, or a combination of scents that I have put together special.
4. Movie Musicals. Glorious cinematography, catchy tunes, and brilliant costuming--this movie genre has so much to offer. I am excited to see the resurgence of movie musicals as blockbuster gold, and the new audience that it is reaching, but I love the fact that I have been a fan since childhood. Movies such as Annie, Little Shop of Horrors, Wizard of Oz, Newsies, West Side Story, Grease, Funny Girl, Sound of Music, and even Grease 2 gave me an appreciation for this magnificent film genre. And now with such films as Chicago, Dreamgirls, Moulin Rouge, Hairspray, Across the Universe, Rent, and coming soon Sweeney Todd...men/women/and children across the globe are realizing the beauty as well.
5. Naturally Curly Hair. If there is one thing that I can claim a slight OCD about it's my hair. My day's mood is determined by how my hair looks, and I will spend as much time as needed to make sure it looks amazing. But the awesome thing is, having naturally curly/wavy hair means that I always have a Plan B. I love the fact that no matter what, IF ALL GOES WRONG, I just scrunch, spray, and go.
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
and I...want to thank you
in honor of the upcoming holiday here is my...
TOP 5 SIMPLE THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR: (part 1 of a 3 part mini-series) :)
1. My friends. Nette's kindness and good heart, Michelle's odd sense of humor that makes me laugh on a daily basis, Emily's soulful voice that makes me smile and her willingness to be the butt of every joke, and Aubrey's fun and playfulness. These girls are my core and I'm glad we found each other (ahhhh...we just had a moment)
2. Modern Electronics. I have no idea how I survived life without an IPOD and DVR. They make my life of entertainment gluttony so much easier.
3. Driving. So far my car has been good to me and has provided me with so many memories. I love to drive, whether short distances across town or on long road trips to exciting destinations. Getting behind the wheel and settling in to the perfect driving position, makes me feel so in control. Sometimes its the perfect selection of music, or the sound of the open road echoing through the silence, or the laughter coming from passengers as we discuss our favorite topics...either way, driving is one of favorite past times, and I am thankful I have the ability and the means to do it on regular basis.
4. My job. Who knows what the future will bring so it will be nice to look back on this time and remember how awesome I had it. The people are so fun, my boss is amazing, and everything is so laid back which makes dealing with even the hardest patient totally worth it.
5. Stephen's brand Mint Hot Chocolate. So delicious. One of the only things that make me excited for the cold winter season.
TOP 5 SIMPLE THINGS I AM THANKFUL FOR: (part 1 of a 3 part mini-series) :)
1. My friends. Nette's kindness and good heart, Michelle's odd sense of humor that makes me laugh on a daily basis, Emily's soulful voice that makes me smile and her willingness to be the butt of every joke, and Aubrey's fun and playfulness. These girls are my core and I'm glad we found each other (ahhhh...we just had a moment)
2. Modern Electronics. I have no idea how I survived life without an IPOD and DVR. They make my life of entertainment gluttony so much easier.
3. Driving. So far my car has been good to me and has provided me with so many memories. I love to drive, whether short distances across town or on long road trips to exciting destinations. Getting behind the wheel and settling in to the perfect driving position, makes me feel so in control. Sometimes its the perfect selection of music, or the sound of the open road echoing through the silence, or the laughter coming from passengers as we discuss our favorite topics...either way, driving is one of favorite past times, and I am thankful I have the ability and the means to do it on regular basis.
4. My job. Who knows what the future will bring so it will be nice to look back on this time and remember how awesome I had it. The people are so fun, my boss is amazing, and everything is so laid back which makes dealing with even the hardest patient totally worth it.
5. Stephen's brand Mint Hot Chocolate. So delicious. One of the only things that make me excited for the cold winter season.
Monday, November 19, 2007
I...I live among the creatures of the night...
I have come to the conclusion that I am NOT an animal lover. In a world of political correctness, where animals are considered, by many, as equal to humans, I dare to say....no they aren't.
I am sitting at home last night watching a couple different reality shows, (america's most smartest model and the amazing race) where challenges involving animals were played, and all I kept thinking about was how smelly, disgusting, and annoying these animals were. It hit me with 100% certainity. I am not an animal lover. I have no desire to calmly caress a camel's nipple in order to extract a bowl full of milk,
nor do I have a need to play nice with a chicken
or worse yet...an ostrich.
I love Ellen Degeneres, but after hearing all the drama about the adopted dog, all I wanted to say was "it's a FREAKIN' DOG...get over it".
Through the years, our family has owned a couple dogs and some cats, and I have enjoyed (for the most part) these animals. But could I take them or leave them....yes. I don't get attached to animals. In my head they are a lesser species, one that darts stupidly in front cars, eats their own poo, and makes obnoxious noises into the night air for no apparent reason. I love zoos, because the animals are in seclusion and I don't have to interact with them. Instead I can just stare at them through a glass window like a scientist watching a lab rat. I'm not saying that animals are not amazing creatures that are wondrous to watch, but I like my animals at a distance. I don't let the dogs kiss me on the mouth or eat off my silverware, and forget about letting them on my lap if they aren't smelling good. No...animals have a long way to go before I consider them "one of my own".
I am sitting at home last night watching a couple different reality shows, (america's most smartest model and the amazing race) where challenges involving animals were played, and all I kept thinking about was how smelly, disgusting, and annoying these animals were. It hit me with 100% certainity. I am not an animal lover. I have no desire to calmly caress a camel's nipple in order to extract a bowl full of milk,
nor do I have a need to play nice with a chicken
or worse yet...an ostrich.
I love Ellen Degeneres, but after hearing all the drama about the adopted dog, all I wanted to say was "it's a FREAKIN' DOG...get over it".
Through the years, our family has owned a couple dogs and some cats, and I have enjoyed (for the most part) these animals. But could I take them or leave them....yes. I don't get attached to animals. In my head they are a lesser species, one that darts stupidly in front cars, eats their own poo, and makes obnoxious noises into the night air for no apparent reason. I love zoos, because the animals are in seclusion and I don't have to interact with them. Instead I can just stare at them through a glass window like a scientist watching a lab rat. I'm not saying that animals are not amazing creatures that are wondrous to watch, but I like my animals at a distance. I don't let the dogs kiss me on the mouth or eat off my silverware, and forget about letting them on my lap if they aren't smelling good. No...animals have a long way to go before I consider them "one of my own".
We both know why we're here I see in your eyes...
FYI: for those of you that were interested in watching Legally Blonde: the musical. It is replaying on MTV this Thursday Nov. 22nd at 10:00am and 5pm (PST). Again, I was impressed with this musical and can't get the music out of my head... so check it out....you don't want to miss the "Bend and Snap" number.
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