So it’s a Friday night and I’m an attractive woman sitting at home watching Comedy Central and drinking a bottle of wine. It’s that time of night when the Time Life album’s are on and I’m a little tempted to buy the collection that’s on TV. It’s Rock Ballads. How can I resist? Luckily I have in the back of my head the fact that I’m going “home” to Chicago in less than a week and I need the money. Otherwise I might actually be looking in my Mary Poppins purse, to find my cell phone and buy it. After all it only $19.95 for the first CD…probably… I haven’t really been paying attention to the price. Just the fact that they’re playing all the songs that I love and know the words to. And it comes with liner notes! Yeah I definitely need to go to bed. Why does Time Life tempt me so! I can just picture myself putting both ear buds in my ears and rocking away to these songs…shutting out everyone at work… Annoying my cube-mate while I sing along. But no, I mustn’t, I need to conserve my cash for when I go to Chicago and party for 4 days and 3 nights! It’s just so tempting though!

BTW…I saw the trailer for 2012…I was a little confused because the first few trailers looked like some sort of Al Gore, “March of the Penguins” Documentary. But then Woody Harrilson was posting You Tube videos and I thought maybe it’s not so serious. I finally saw the final trailer and it has Lloyd Dobbler aka John Cusack in it and I knew that I must see it. Even if it is “The Day After tomorrow” without the ice. I have to see it just because my BF, John Cusack is in it. And he is, after all a Chicago native. (I like to think of myself as a Chicagoan by adoption). So I have to support my Midwesterners. And I secretly hope that I’ll run into him somewhere and he’ll discover that I’m the only woman for him and be Lloyd Dobbler for me forever. I freely admit that I’m stuck in the 80’s and I’m not ashamed to admit it!

Well I just felt the need to ramble my desire to pick up the phone and make a big mistake. Instead I’m going to fall asleep listening The Great Hunt by Robert Jordan on my Zen Vision. I’ve already spent money on that and I don’t have my books so I might was well have someone read it to me.

Have a lovely night ya’ll. I hope you enjoyed my rambling…

T

So I recently decided that on top of going back to school and getting a degree in web design i would like to finace my education by being a model. So I’m asking my 2 readers if they think I could make it. My brother took a bunch of pictures of me when i decided to audition for America’s Next Top Model. I didn’t make it past the initial casting call then. But I think I’m unique enough to make it. Let me know what you think.

Oh, and if there’s any random agent surfing the web that comes across my pics and decides he/she must represent my please feel free to contact me. Be aware, I can tell the difference between a ligit agency and organizations that just want me to pay them stupid amounts of money for “classes”. So those people need not apply.

T

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So I’ve been home for two weeks now and one thing that I think I forgot or never really realized was how freaking dark the suburbs are. In Chicago no matter where you are there street lights everywhere. When it’s completely dark in your apartment you can still walk around without seriously injuring yourself. Unless you’re like some of my friends who have gravity issues. (Megan) That’s not so here. There are street lights, but not as many. When I have to go to my car at night I can barely find the hole to put my key into. It’s kinda freaky. The other thing that is kinda annoying is how I have no idea how to get anywhere. I think it’s a combination of my not driving a whole lot when I lived here was a teenager and the fact that quite a bit has changed in ten years. It’s kinda funny though I barely remember how to get to the mall. Luckily my Dad has a Garmin so I take that with me whenever I need to go somewhere. Of course the directions can be a little confusing sometimes. It would help if she said take exit such and such instead of take ramp right in 0.3 miles. I’m having enough issues trying to make sure I don’t cause an accident with my slow driving to worry about how many miles I need to drive before I take an exit. The thing is that to get just about anywhere in Northern Virginia you need to get on the freeway. And the freeway in Virginia can be a little dangerous if you’re not quite sure where you’re going. The best way to explain it is that many of the exits are in the shape of a clover. And sometimes you take an exit that spits you out in the far left lane and need to get all the way over to the far right lane to get to the street that you need. Which can be a little hairy with a bunch of people traveling 50 mph and faster. When I lived here I was used to it, but now my heart starts racing every time I gotta do it. Oh well I’m sure I’ll get used to it again soon.

A funny thing did happen this evening thought while I was driving with my brother Nick to Kohl’s. It had just become evening and I was driving down a road that I don’t know too well. I was in the left hand lane and the speed limit pretty much everywhere is 40 mph. I was driving about 30 or 35 and there was this car that was right on my ass. I was getting annoyed so I pulled over in the right hand lane so that the jerk could go passed me and when I turned to see who it was I saw the Fairfax Sheriff logo and lights cruise by. I turned to my brother and told him it was a good thing I didn’t get angry and slow down more. The way I see it if I can make it a month without getting any kind of ticket then I’ll be all good because hopefully by then I’ll be acclimated to driving again and then feel more comfortable. Right now I feel like I just got my drivers license.

Well that’s all for now. I’ll try to write frequently so that everyone knows what’s going on with me. Right now it’s nothing spectacular. Trying to find a job and keep myself from going nuts with boredom. I need to find a bar or some sort of activity where I meet people. TTFN

I recently watched a documentary made by Micheal Moore, called Slacker Uprising. That showed his attempt to elect John Kerry in 2004 and get W out of office and hopefully preempt the situation that we are in right now. As we all know that did not work, except that Kerry won in the age bracket that I would like to still consider myself (18-29) even though as of September I am no longer in that bracket. Basically young people in college who are notorious for not voting.

The film that is completely free is available for download or viewing if you go to www.slackeruprising.org. If you don’t want to email the link to a bunch of friends you can watch it  on streaming at Amazon or download it for free from iTunes.

Basically it documents Micheal Moore’s attempt to rally the swing states and make sure that W did not get another 4 years. We all know that did not work, but I do have to say that the video made me want to do even more that just vote. It made me want to make sure that my voice was heard. And reminded me that the Constitution says, ” Of the People, for the People” I think the big thing that has jaded people even before they came of voting age is the stupid he said/she said bull crap that has imbibed the presidential election process.

Personally I just got old enough to not deal with high school drama and the one thing that is a huge theme of the electorial process is high school drama. I like that Sen. Obama doesn’t relaiate with such juvinile behavior. I want a grown up in the office and not someone that I think will sucumb to peer pressure. And I feel that Obama is our man for the job.

So please go to Slacker Uprising. And then vote. We are all responsible for the person that is to take the office of President.

So I just returned from buying a pack of cigarettes at the convenience store across from the Metro and as I walked down the street I heard quite distinctly Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” playing loudly. This is not surprising since there are several bars on Clark Street. As I got closer though I noticed something out of the ordinary. There was a car with it’s trunk open and a screen in the back. Four or five people were standing around watching the screen. Then I noticed that there were two guys with those Guitar Hero type controlers and someone with a mic and another person with the drum set. They were all standing outside the club on a Sunday night “playing” Black Hole Sun. I wanted to take a picture, but unfortunately the batteries in my camera were dead and I do not have a camera phone. So I don’t have visual evidence. But I hope you trust me.

It gave me a little giggle. It made me wonder who would stand outside a club and plays a video game. I have noticed some bars that advertise Guitar Hero nights, usually in the beginning of the week when it’s usually slow. So I’m wondering is this going to be the new karaoke night? Are people going to get together after a crappy Wednesday and go to their local bar to pretend that they are rock stars? It would be very interesting to see. Personally I’ve never played Guitar Hero, but I have several friends that are just about obsessed with the game. They can’t wait for the new games to come out. They spend several hours playing the games. They get together and compete with each other. So I guess it’s not a far step from bringing it into the bars and making a night of it. I’m sure that what I saw was a promotion for a new game. But I wonder, if it weren’t a Sunday night would there be a whole line of people standing around waiting for their turn?

I was just looking at my visitor stats, thanks to Stat Counter and I realized that I don’t have a whole lot of return visitors. I know that I’m not as consistent as many people that blog about their lives and experiences. I’m not one of those people that feels the need to let you know about every little detail of my life. I do like to think that what I do have to say is interesting.

There was a time when I thought that I might have liked to be a writer. So I hope that what I am saying is something that interests people. Please take a moment to read what I have written recently and even that stuff that I’ve written years ago. Let me know what you think. Ask me questions. If there is something that I have left out please ask. I would be happy to let you know.

Mostly I’m saying this because I would love to is my statistics increase. I’d love to know what you think. I want to know if you’re even interested in what I have to say. Basically I;m asking you that discover me to stick around for a minute a read what else I have to day. I want to know if I’m just rambling on for my own pleasure of if you’re actually interested in what I have to say.

I know that sometimes it’s random. After all like many people I use my blog to talk about personal stuff that you may or may not be able to relate to. I do like to think that I’m similar to many women my age and have the same concerns and uncertainties as many of you. I’d like to think that I struck a cord. So tell me what you think. Ask me to elaborate on something that you want to know more about. Most likely I’ll answer your questions. Even if I don’t I’ll let you know why I don’t feel like that is an appropriate question. After all I’m talking about my life here. I’m putting it out there for anyone to read. I shouldn’t be too embarrassed to elaborate on what you want to know.

P.S. I am writing this during the closing cermonies of the Olympics and I have to admit that I’m pretty buzzed. If there are any misspellings or grammer problems feel free to contact me. I’d be more than happy to elaborate, clarify or fix. I fully admit that I may not be as cognizant of what I am writing right now. And I haven’t been paying attention to my grammar. Luckily in this day and age I can at least have an indication when I horribly misspell a word.

So let read through my stuff. If there is something you’re curious about ask. I’ve always been told that the only stupid question is the one you don’t ask.

Silent Theatre Bus

While searching for some reviews of my friends from Silent Theatre I found this awesome impromptu interview that they got to participate in. It took place on the bus that I’ve talked about. The interview is conducted by Charlie and Jeff LaGreca, hosts of FringeCLUB’s Variety Power Hour at the 2008 New York International Fringe Festival. It’s a lot of fun to listen to. You get to hear some of the exploits that they’ve gotten into in New York. They also talk about their creative process.

Here’s the link: Variety Power Hour: Live from the Bus.

I personally had some troubles with the listening device that they have so I downloaded it to my computer. Please if the player doesn’t work download the file. You’ll have a bunch of fun while listening.

I have to admit that I have been so excited for these Olympics. I knew that the opening ceremonies would be amazing and I was not disappointed. From the very beginning with 2008 drummers, drumming in unison to the lighting of the flame I was riveted to my TV.

The excitement didn’t stop there through. Watching gymnastics, swimming, beach vollyeball, basketball, even water polo. It has been some great athletics.

Right now I’m watching the men’s team gymnastics and I’ve been having a ball. The big thing that amazes me about men’s gymnastics is how crazy strong you need to be to compete in this event. Every single apparatus has to do with raw strength, mostly upper body strength.

For a while there it looked like Team USA was going to win the silver against all expectations. But in the end Japan seemed to come out of some mistakes that they made and the US kinda flubbed on the pommel horse. It was really exciting to watch. I was holding my breath the whole time. I think the most emotional thing was watching the lone alternate David Durante get all choked up after a great parallel bars routine by his team mates. Even though I was getting a little misty eyed watching the Chinese reaction to winning the gold medal. That’s the thing I love about the Olympics the most is how great you feel about watching and cheering on great athletics. Don’t get me wrong I would have loved to see the men win the gold medal, but after just watching the Chinese on two apparatus I knew that they were almost in a different category then anyone else participating. So I just sat back and watched the loveliness that was the Chinese gymnasts and cheer on and enjoy the men’s gymnasts enthusiasm.

Congratulations Team USA. Awesome athletics. I look forward to seeing more.

So my Silent Theatre friends are on their way. Or I guess at this point they’re in New York for the Fringe Festival. I’m really excited for them. The bus has a blog so you should visit and enjoy all the sheenaigans that they get into. I know I will be reading and enjoying.

The current bus Silent Theatre is taking to New York Fringe Fest

I’m going to start this post by saying that I have read quite a few positive and negative responses to the most recent book published by Stephanie Meyer. I hope that this is not in the same vein as all the rest of the people that have written their feelings about that book. I just felt the need to express myself and if you don’t like what I have to say then that’s fine because it’s my opinion and you are allowed to draw your own conclusions.

The thing that I most remember after reading the final line of Breaking Dawn was how unsatisfied I was. I know what my reaction is to a series that I’m really in to and looking forward to. When I close the book I let out a sigh. Sort of like I have been holding my breath until the conclusion. For me this did not happen. I closed the book and I felt unsatisfied. Sort of like when you have a sexual encounter with someone that you are really into and then when it’s finally over you think to yourself, ” That was it? That was what I’ve been building up in my head for? I feel so unsatisfied.” That’s how I feel right now after finishing the Bella/Edward saga that was the Twilight series. Sort of like I need to go masturbate by myself to really get what I needed.

My masturbation comment has nothing to do with the honeymoon scene, which I have to say was pretty tame compared to many fantasy novels that I have read. It had to do with how I felt about the entire arch that was Bella and Edward. I think the thing that perturbed me the most was how happy the ending was. I am a fantasy junky, I love immersing myself into the worlds that I know could never be. It’s my escape, and the thing that I really liked about the Twilight series was that not only was it a world that could never be, but it was a teenage fantasy that I never had. But eventually there has to be some real life somewhere, especially when you set your characters in a real life place.

I just felt cheated because the people that I had grown to love because of their flaws suddenly overcame them with not consequences. There was no impetus to help them overcome what should have been their downfall.