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Ruminations from the pit of the nation...one bite at a time.
Monday, September 12, 2011
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.
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