1. So the SJP movie bombed this weekend. Did anyone really think it was going to be a hit? If so, umm, get out much? Sorry, but she jumped the shark after SITC. Move on.
2. I have decided I'm not a fan of HUGE crowds unless I have an assigned seat and can leave when I want to. This is why I will not be going to events such as the Balloon Glow, Live on the Levee, or Race for the Cure ever again. I will show my support in other ways.
3. I am still staying away from Indian food. The nightmare from last week still haunts me. I'm sure you really wanted to know this, but whatev. It's my life.
4. I'm pretty sure the universe is trying to tell me a few things. And I have decided to just go with the flow and see what happens with the first one, use my best judgement on the second, and make a doctor's appointment for the third. Trust, wisdom and karma will show me the way.
5. My dog is a creature of habit, and when I interrupt these habits it backfires on me in kinda gross ways. I need to adhere to our routines more, because he deserves the best life ever.
6. I cancelled my Netflix account. I am not going to play into their oh-so-obvious corporate greed and won't be a partner to their oh-so-obvious business lunacy. Hello again, Redbox...
7. I have a new favorite band today, and they are The Big Pink. The song is Dominos. It makes me want to wear all black, don my Doc Martens, and dance in a mysterious, shoe-gazing way.
8. I recently discovered a song I really, really like, which is from a band I really, really can't stand. Not sure how I missed this gem by Jimmy Eat World, but I am glad I found it now.
Ruminations from the pit of the nation...one bite at a time.
Monday, September 19, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
5 Forks Up
I ate at India Palace for the first time last night.
I've lived here for 21 years and have resisted going because it's in a crumbly, old hotel near the airport. Which isn't appetizing to me in the least.
Even the elevator smelled skanky on the ride up, which almost made me regret my decision.
Once there, we were seated and the amazingness began.
Great view of tiny, blue airport lights.
White tablecloths.
Turbaned waiters.
And then the meal.
It was the most delicious Indian food I've ever eaten.
But wait.....
*TMI ALERT*
Five minutes after leaving the restaurant, I was praying I made it home.
Yup.
Not sure if it was a specific spice, or the special naan, but my gut was not in check. It was rebelling in a big way.
I seriously considered pulling over to a fast food joint on the way. I was mapping out my route, thinking about what was down the road in case I needed to make a pit stop.
I made it home. Barely.
It wasn't pretty.
Needless to say, while I enjoyed the meal, the entire experience has put me off of Indian food until further notice.
I've lived here for 21 years and have resisted going because it's in a crumbly, old hotel near the airport. Which isn't appetizing to me in the least.
Even the elevator smelled skanky on the ride up, which almost made me regret my decision.
Once there, we were seated and the amazingness began.
Great view of tiny, blue airport lights.
White tablecloths.
Turbaned waiters.
And then the meal.
It was the most delicious Indian food I've ever eaten.
But wait.....
*TMI ALERT*
Five minutes after leaving the restaurant, I was praying I made it home.
Yup.
Not sure if it was a specific spice, or the special naan, but my gut was not in check. It was rebelling in a big way.
I seriously considered pulling over to a fast food joint on the way. I was mapping out my route, thinking about what was down the road in case I needed to make a pit stop.
I made it home. Barely.
It wasn't pretty.
Needless to say, while I enjoyed the meal, the entire experience has put me off of Indian food until further notice.
Monday, September 12, 2011
The joy.
Ukulele du jour - Jake Shimabukuro's take on "Bohemian Rhapsody".
What's better than hearing it is WATCHING him play it.
The joy.
What's better than hearing it is WATCHING him play it.
The joy.
Movie review & weekend recap
Friday saw "Contagion" - really good flick. Soderbergh delivered once again. It wasn't over the top at all - very much what would seem a realistic look at what would happen to countries should a deadly outbreak happen. Most facets were covered - government, scientific, law enforcement, conspiracy theorist, family. Gwyneth Paltrow was barely in it, but Kate Winslet, Marion Cotillard, Matt Damon, Lawrence Fishburn all gave good face time. Jude Law was annoying, and didn't really add anything to the film in my opinion. There is a very touching scene in which Matt Damon is looking at pics of Gwyneth and crying - see if you can catch the hidden message. Soderbergh genius. I highly recommend this movie.
Saturday went to Art Outside at Schlafly Bottleworks, and scooped up a couple prints and some jewelry. Caught up with an artist friend, Mark Sheppard, and ran into a couple old friends from my university days. Afterwards took my prints to Hobby Lobby to get framed, and picked up some ceramic pumpkins for my mom's fireplace mantle. Later on met up with friends for some drinks.
Sunday went to the Rams game with my family - the first few minutes were spectacular, after that it was an exercise in futility. Lots of injuries, loudness, but homemade cookies from the saved the day.
All in all, it was a very good weekend.
Next weekend? I really need some tree time, outside time. We'll see what the week brings.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Touch My Monkey
So today is Dress Like Steve Jobs Day.
I didn't know this, or I would have dug out my black mock turtleneck tshirt.
We were discussing this fact at work just now, and came to the conclusion that Steve stole this particular look from Mike Meyers "Dieter" skit from SNL.
You know the one...I call it the "Touch My Monkey" look.
Black top. Glasses. Nerdy.
See below:
Dieter
Steve Jobs
See?
I didn't know this, or I would have dug out my black mock turtleneck tshirt.
We were discussing this fact at work just now, and came to the conclusion that Steve stole this particular look from Mike Meyers "Dieter" skit from SNL.
You know the one...I call it the "Touch My Monkey" look.
Black top. Glasses. Nerdy.
See below:
Dieter
Steve Jobs
See?
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Improved pace 'cause of the chase
So I was chased while on my way to Tower Grove Park this morning for my morning run.
Some crazy lady yelled at me when I passed her, asking me for change for the bus.
Um, I'm running. No purse. No money, honey.
I didn't answer her, and I guess that was my mistake. She proceeded to start screaming at me, and I slowed down to look back and she was running down the sidewalk chasing after me.
Nice.
I just sped up a bit, crossed Grand and kept on going, hearing her screams start to get more and more faint.
Needless to say, I took a different route back home after my run.
I had my mace, but would rather not have to use it.
The thing is, my neighborhood can be sketchy, but it's block by block, and my route to the park is through the good blocks.
Thinking this is a one-time deal.
Still - makes for an interesting morning.
Some crazy lady yelled at me when I passed her, asking me for change for the bus.
Um, I'm running. No purse. No money, honey.
I didn't answer her, and I guess that was my mistake. She proceeded to start screaming at me, and I slowed down to look back and she was running down the sidewalk chasing after me.
Nice.
I just sped up a bit, crossed Grand and kept on going, hearing her screams start to get more and more faint.
Needless to say, I took a different route back home after my run.
I had my mace, but would rather not have to use it.
The thing is, my neighborhood can be sketchy, but it's block by block, and my route to the park is through the good blocks.
Thinking this is a one-time deal.
Still - makes for an interesting morning.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Concert Calendar
It's jam packed with sweet musical goodness.
9/15 Jennifer Knapp @ORH
9/16 Margot & The Nuclear So & Sos @Firebird
9/20 Viva Voce @Firebird
9/21 Joy Formidable @Firebird
9/23 Horrors @Firebird
10/5 Mat Kearny @Pag
10/9 Beirut @Pag
10/14 Tapes & Tapes @Firebird
10/29 Mike Doughty @ORH
11/3 We Were Promised Jetpacks @ORH
11/16 City & Colour @Pag
9/15 Jennifer Knapp @ORH
9/16 Margot & The Nuclear So & Sos @Firebird
9/20 Viva Voce @Firebird
9/21 Joy Formidable @Firebird
9/23 Horrors @Firebird
10/5 Mat Kearny @Pag
10/9 Beirut @Pag
10/14 Tapes & Tapes @Firebird
10/29 Mike Doughty @ORH
11/3 We Were Promised Jetpacks @ORH
11/16 City & Colour @Pag
The music...the music....
I am beyond excited.
Beyond.
One of my favorite singers of all time is coming to the Old Rock House next week and I scored tix. Just in time.
I met Jennifer Knapp back in 2000 when I was working as a director for a virtual reality company. Chordant Music Company, a Christian music label had contracted out one of our 8-seat VR theaters and I worked the event. Jennifer was there, a tiny little thing with a huge, soulful voice, and I quickly fell hard for this girl's singing.
Now, I'm not a huge Christian music fan, but I like what I like. And I like her. So I am just jazzed to be able to see her once again, and in a smaller music venue:
Another one of my favorite singers, Mike Doughty from the former great band Soul Coughing, is coming to the ORH as well - as is We Were Promised Jet Packs.
My goodness - can this day get any more fantastic????
I think not.
This girl loves life. Immensely.
Beyond.
One of my favorite singers of all time is coming to the Old Rock House next week and I scored tix. Just in time.
I met Jennifer Knapp back in 2000 when I was working as a director for a virtual reality company. Chordant Music Company, a Christian music label had contracted out one of our 8-seat VR theaters and I worked the event. Jennifer was there, a tiny little thing with a huge, soulful voice, and I quickly fell hard for this girl's singing.
Now, I'm not a huge Christian music fan, but I like what I like. And I like her. So I am just jazzed to be able to see her once again, and in a smaller music venue:
Another one of my favorite singers, Mike Doughty from the former great band Soul Coughing, is coming to the ORH as well - as is We Were Promised Jet Packs.
My goodness - can this day get any more fantastic????
I think not.
This girl loves life. Immensely.
My love of racing
Long ago I was neighbors with Helio Castroneves' lead engineer, Andy Borme, which got me into KART and Indy racing. Andy was a great guy, really loved the mechanics of racing, and didn't really enjoy the politics behind the big racing companies and ownership. He was always intent on providing the best technical advancements and making sure the vehicle was safe. When a driver crashed and was hurt or killed, it affects all involved, especially the engineering team - they would always wonder if something they did played a part in the wreck.
I've since followed Helio on to many wins, and have also watched other drivers from that time go on to make it big (Paul Tracy, Tony Kanaan).
It's a tough sport. Takes incredible focus, strength, and timing.
Came across this video from a recent race. It's a great example of how milliseconds can be a deciding factor when it comes to staying on the track and destruction:
Scary.
I've since followed Helio on to many wins, and have also watched other drivers from that time go on to make it big (Paul Tracy, Tony Kanaan).
It's a tough sport. Takes incredible focus, strength, and timing.
Came across this video from a recent race. It's a great example of how milliseconds can be a deciding factor when it comes to staying on the track and destruction:
Scary.
Monday, September 5, 2011
Must-see movies for Fall 2011
Melancholia - I've long been a fan of Kirsten Dunst. Throw in Lars Von Trier and Charlotte Gainsbourg, and it's a recipe for yummy cinema.
Paranormal Activity 3 - because I'm a sucker for scary trilogies:
Contagion - stellar cast, outbreak, world catastrophe. Matt Damon. Kate Winselt. Jude Law. Love. Love. Love.
Take Shelter - Man has weird dreams and visions about the end of the world. Builds a bomb shelter. Freaks his family out. Michael Shannon makes me happy.
Martha, Marcy, May, Marlene - A young woman flees a cult, gets paranoid that they're coming after her. Looks pretty unique.
50/50 - Seth Rogan truth-based dramedy about a friend who has cancer. Joseph-Gordon Levitt. Done.
Weekend - fresh, wounding and hopeful. These are the words I would describe from just seeing the trailer. Interested in seeing if this is true about the film as a whole.
Machine Gun Preacher - Gerard Butler. If you know me, you know I don't need to say any more than his name.
Life, Above All - a young girl facing the AIDS crisis at home in South Africa. From what I saw, it reminds me of the beautiful film Yesterday.
Higher Ground - Vera Farmiga stars in and directs in this story of a woman's journey with Christianity.
Paranormal Activity 3 - because I'm a sucker for scary trilogies:
Contagion - stellar cast, outbreak, world catastrophe. Matt Damon. Kate Winselt. Jude Law. Love. Love. Love.
Take Shelter - Man has weird dreams and visions about the end of the world. Builds a bomb shelter. Freaks his family out. Michael Shannon makes me happy.
Martha, Marcy, May, Marlene - A young woman flees a cult, gets paranoid that they're coming after her. Looks pretty unique.
50/50 - Seth Rogan truth-based dramedy about a friend who has cancer. Joseph-Gordon Levitt. Done.
Weekend - fresh, wounding and hopeful. These are the words I would describe from just seeing the trailer. Interested in seeing if this is true about the film as a whole.
Machine Gun Preacher - Gerard Butler. If you know me, you know I don't need to say any more than his name.
Life, Above All - a young girl facing the AIDS crisis at home in South Africa. From what I saw, it reminds me of the beautiful film Yesterday.
Higher Ground - Vera Farmiga stars in and directs in this story of a woman's journey with Christianity.
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