*Writer's Note--This post was started on Wednesday 21 July, and was continued and finished on Thursday 22 July 2010*
- [ W e d n e s d a y 2 1 J u l y ] -
[Note--the Chapter Title is the first line from the Song of the Day.]
Song of the Day//"Live to Tell"|Madonna.
...okay, so my original Chapter 247 didn't quite go as planned. A lot came up, and with that came some drama which desperately needed a good sorting-through. Right now though, things are a bit more on the calmer side. Providing the wifi doesn't mess up as I type this, here's an update.
First and foremost, Hideki-chan. Yes, I think that, it's safe to say that, it's been over--only I was reluctant to accept it. But now, I've come to accept it. His life's much too chaotic right now for him to make time for me... and this, told me EARLIER THIS AFTERNOON. A bit late to notify me, eh? On the other hand, I'm just a bit ahead of this, and perhaps all the more glad for it.
Meanwhile... work's been mayhem and a half. Kids Night's been fairly slow because of Summer Vacation. And of course, there's always something bound to happen at every turn. Such is life at work, one like myself could suppose... and yet, I survive at the daily. There but for the grace of God, indeed.
The World Cup this year was rather interesting, to say the least. This year it all went down in South Africa, and boy were there plenty of ups and downs to show for it. I had been rooting for USA and England, who were both eliminated in the Round of 16. And then people were telling me to root for this time or root for that team, which didn't help me any. Though I will say, congrats and kudos to Spain for going so far as to not only reach the Final for the first time in their country's history but also to win it. On the other hand... damn, if y'all missed that Final match, it was a dirty one--and by that I mean, 14 YELLOW CARDS AND 1 RED CARD. Yeah, Netherlands played a rather crappy game, big time. Spain put up a helluva fight. Game went into Extra Time. And in the end, Spain won it. Next stop is Brazil in 2014.
- [ T h u r s d a y 2 2 J u l y ] -
Song of the Day|"Evangeline" - Cocteau Twins
Wow... just, wow.
Ever felt like today was just one of those days that you just wanted to hide in your own shell and cry? Well, that's how it was, for the first time in quite a while, because that's how I'm feeling after a rather chaotic day at work, in which anything can go wrong and did--and into all sorts of wrong too. I'm surprised I didn't throw anything at anyone yet. On the other hand... today... I'm just outright upset, tired and ready for a good cry. It hasn't happened yet though. Perhaps getting back to this would put something good on my face? I can but only hope. Only one person knows the whole of the situation... I just haven't found a codename for him yet but... yeah... he knows. And to be honest, I'm glad and thankful a bit that he heard me out. It actually surprised me a bit, but... yeah...
I'm smiling again, albeit a sad smile, but smiling nonetheless.
And it brings me to a memory associated with him. And that memory would be this past Saturday night, when I went to a Visage Reunion night in Orlando with two of my friends. I ran into two other friends that I hadn't seen in years [Tina! Jonathan! FUN TIME HAD BY ALL!], and I pretty much danced the night away. All four hours of it. The night itself was awesome'ness... but he made it all the better. And he knows who he is. It's a bit of a long story as to how we met, but it all really led up to this night, in which--after exchanging a few messages here and there, and then my inviting him at the sorta-last-minute--we met up... and had a grand ol' eventide!
I'm smiling again, even now. While it's a sad one because I'm exhausted, it's still a smile because I have a good memory to look back on.
That, though, doesn't seem to stop the tears that have finally come around to fall...
Finally having a good cry...
~ me
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17 March 2010
Chapter 17.3.2010 ~ Miraculous...
I never realised how one person could make a world of difference in my life, but I realised this week that... that, it can happen. And it has. So today's Chapter--which is my Saint Patrick's Chapter today [and hence numbered as 17.3.2010 because today is Saint Patrick's Day]--is going to a family member I had never really "met" until this week. Thank you, Facebook. And to Great-Auntie Cathie, welcome to the Underground!!
Now... Hideki-chan, well, work's kinda kicked him in the head. So has life, but definitely work! His roommate--who worked with him... I say "worked" because, the roommate [I'll codename 'im Shimbo] got fired this past Friday. Yipes... that means, more work for Hideki... *sigh* So, that's why I haven't seen him lately. In fact, this Friday it'll be exactly one month since we last got to actually spend time together. Hey, of course I miss him--and I know he misses me too. The most I can do for now is pray that things get better. It just sucks that I feel like I've got my hands tied behind my back most of the time, because I want to do something if at least to cheer him up and... well, I can't. At least, not now anyway. I will have to be patient and wait for now. And sometimes... well, absence makes the heart grow fonder... doesn't it?
In other news, I think I'm coming to some sort of reconciliation with Siren. Yes, Siren. As in, the ex-boyfriend of mine that we all almost love to *hate* Siren. Him. Yes, we've been getting along a bit better--but, don't expect much out of this. He's a friend--nothing more than that. If anything, a friend. I'm still wondering, How the f@#k did that happen? and, I have no answer to that, unfortunately. At least, not at the moment anyway. But, in any case, as long as he doesn't start any drama [because, at the moment, I have plenty enough as is!], things should improve.
Also, this morning was spent with my friend Sanyun [yes, my Wednesday morning breakfast guypal has a codename now, finally] at New Smyrna Beach. While the weather was cold and cloudy, it was still nice enough for a walk on the beach with a cup of coffee. It was pretty nice, to be honest; I mean, I don't get to spend a lot of time with Sanyun, so this morning was pretty cool. And I like hanging out with him too, when we do get to hang out. That however doesn't mean that there's *something* there, however--don't get your hopes up, folks!
And finally, a little something funny from the Muppets. Yes, the Muppets. Prepare to have an epic gigglefit.
"Danny Boy" - the Leprechaun Brothers
[note--if you're reading this on facebook notes and can't see the youtube, go to my profile; i've posted it.]
On that whim, go find and listen to "Swagger" by Flogging Molly. That's my traditional Saint Patrick's Day anthem, and in effect my Song of the Day. It's a damn good song, in my opinion. Not that it entirely matters but, still. It's my opinion. But, thankfully, you don't have to entirely agree with it--go find the song and hear for yourself!
And until the next round... Great Auntie Cathie, I love you! We are SOOO gonna stay in touch!!
~ me
Now... Hideki-chan, well, work's kinda kicked him in the head. So has life, but definitely work! His roommate--who worked with him... I say "worked" because, the roommate [I'll codename 'im Shimbo] got fired this past Friday. Yipes... that means, more work for Hideki... *sigh* So, that's why I haven't seen him lately. In fact, this Friday it'll be exactly one month since we last got to actually spend time together. Hey, of course I miss him--and I know he misses me too. The most I can do for now is pray that things get better. It just sucks that I feel like I've got my hands tied behind my back most of the time, because I want to do something if at least to cheer him up and... well, I can't. At least, not now anyway. I will have to be patient and wait for now. And sometimes... well, absence makes the heart grow fonder... doesn't it?
In other news, I think I'm coming to some sort of reconciliation with Siren. Yes, Siren. As in, the ex-boyfriend of mine that we all almost love to *hate* Siren. Him. Yes, we've been getting along a bit better--but, don't expect much out of this. He's a friend--nothing more than that. If anything, a friend. I'm still wondering, How the f@#k did that happen? and, I have no answer to that, unfortunately. At least, not at the moment anyway. But, in any case, as long as he doesn't start any drama [because, at the moment, I have plenty enough as is!], things should improve.
Also, this morning was spent with my friend Sanyun [yes, my Wednesday morning breakfast guypal has a codename now, finally] at New Smyrna Beach. While the weather was cold and cloudy, it was still nice enough for a walk on the beach with a cup of coffee. It was pretty nice, to be honest; I mean, I don't get to spend a lot of time with Sanyun, so this morning was pretty cool. And I like hanging out with him too, when we do get to hang out. That however doesn't mean that there's *something* there, however--don't get your hopes up, folks!
And finally, a little something funny from the Muppets. Yes, the Muppets. Prepare to have an epic gigglefit.
"Danny Boy" - the Leprechaun Brothers
[note--if you're reading this on facebook notes and can't see the youtube, go to my profile; i've posted it.]
On that whim, go find and listen to "Swagger" by Flogging Molly. That's my traditional Saint Patrick's Day anthem, and in effect my Song of the Day. It's a damn good song, in my opinion. Not that it entirely matters but, still. It's my opinion. But, thankfully, you don't have to entirely agree with it--go find the song and hear for yourself!
And until the next round... Great Auntie Cathie, I love you! We are SOOO gonna stay in touch!!
~ me
03 March 2010
Chapter 230 ~ Reckonings and Randomosities
So today's my day off. Not much has changed, aside from a lot. I haven't seen Hideki-chan in a bit over a week. More than a week in fact. And I know he's been busy. The most I can do is to just pray and watch over him from a distance. I hate how I feel though--it's almost like love. It shouldn't be love, so why the f@#k do I feel so... so...
God, it better not be love. Or else my heart's gonna get freckin' shot. I hate it. I'm scared. And the problem is, when someone gets too close... they leave. Either that or, great person but the timing is just so wrong. And I fear that, it's bound to be more a combination of the two. I mean, I really like Hideki-chan. A lot. It hurts. The most I can do is make the best of it and just keep praying for the best.
Speaking of Hideki-chan, I actually wrote a nice letter today. It was small, only two pages, front only. And we're talking a size of 7"x5", wide-ruled! But, the Boss and I did get to talk for a bit and, I think I impressed him pretty decently. I mean, I'm sure Hideki-chan told him about me a bit but, I felt it was a proper idea to introduce myself to him personally and hand him the letter. All in all, noblest thing I've done all week. I can only hope the Boss has something good to say to Hideki-chan about our little chance-meeting this morning.
...but, we haven't spoken in so long... the silence... hurts...
Meanwhile, today is my day off. Hurrah for Wednesdays. And I get to take on my responsibilities as Secretary in my Daughters of the King Chapter. I have, gosh... some 6 to 8 months' worth of notes to sort out for Chapter President Marcia?? Eh, yeah. Thankfully though, she has a copy of every Agenda for the meetings, so I just need to send her the minutes for all the meetings I have. And luckily, they're not that much anyway--it's pretty much notes and what-all's been discussed. Not too much to sort out. So, I think I just might be able to get it all squared away and taken care of and all that. This might be fun.
And, two songs of note. The first one is the Song of the Week:
"Put the Message in the Box" - World Party
The other is the Song of the Day--and dedicated to my Choirmaster [because, as I'm continuing what I call the Mind-Expansion Project (which was started back around Christmastime), if Peter hasn't heard this (and I am assuming he hasn't heard it!) then, he's in for a nice musical treat]:
"Forever Young" - Youth Group
[song originally done by alphaville]
And on *that* whim and bombshell, time to finally take on the notes from all those meetings. Yes, I just spent two hours on the computer in the current "Underground" [still laptop'less unfortunately], and writing out this post and checkin' out YouTube and clearing out some 20-freckin'-million e-mails and... and...
[SHUT. UP. SUNSHINE!]
...eh, until the next round...
~ me
God, it better not be love. Or else my heart's gonna get freckin' shot. I hate it. I'm scared. And the problem is, when someone gets too close... they leave. Either that or, great person but the timing is just so wrong. And I fear that, it's bound to be more a combination of the two. I mean, I really like Hideki-chan. A lot. It hurts. The most I can do is make the best of it and just keep praying for the best.
Speaking of Hideki-chan, I actually wrote a nice letter today. It was small, only two pages, front only. And we're talking a size of 7"x5", wide-ruled! But, the Boss and I did get to talk for a bit and, I think I impressed him pretty decently. I mean, I'm sure Hideki-chan told him about me a bit but, I felt it was a proper idea to introduce myself to him personally and hand him the letter. All in all, noblest thing I've done all week. I can only hope the Boss has something good to say to Hideki-chan about our little chance-meeting this morning.
...but, we haven't spoken in so long... the silence... hurts...
Meanwhile, today is my day off. Hurrah for Wednesdays. And I get to take on my responsibilities as Secretary in my Daughters of the King Chapter. I have, gosh... some 6 to 8 months' worth of notes to sort out for Chapter President Marcia?? Eh, yeah. Thankfully though, she has a copy of every Agenda for the meetings, so I just need to send her the minutes for all the meetings I have. And luckily, they're not that much anyway--it's pretty much notes and what-all's been discussed. Not too much to sort out. So, I think I just might be able to get it all squared away and taken care of and all that. This might be fun.
And, two songs of note. The first one is the Song of the Week:
"Put the Message in the Box" - World Party
The other is the Song of the Day--and dedicated to my Choirmaster [because, as I'm continuing what I call the Mind-Expansion Project (which was started back around Christmastime), if Peter hasn't heard this (and I am assuming he hasn't heard it!) then, he's in for a nice musical treat]:
"Forever Young" - Youth Group
[song originally done by alphaville]
And on *that* whim and bombshell, time to finally take on the notes from all those meetings. Yes, I just spent two hours on the computer in the current "Underground" [still laptop'less unfortunately], and writing out this post and checkin' out YouTube and clearing out some 20-freckin'-million e-mails and... and...
...eh, until the next round...
~ me
24 December 2009
The Thursday Tradition|Christmas 2009
Well, after surviving a 5 A.M.-1 P.M. Monday shift, 12-8 P.M. and Kids Night on Tuesday, OPENING yesterday, and still half-asleep after my 5 A.M.-1 P.M. today, I am getting this done and out of the way so I can get a nap in. Happy Christmas Eve, Underground Citizens. I have to be in the Choir Room at 9:30 P.M. tonight. No, I am NOT spending Christmas Eve with the family this year--I'm too tired, too irritated and sleep-deprived. And if I have to go to Christmas Dinner with the family tonight, someone's gonna get yelled at by a rather irked me. And 'irked' is putting that nicely. I'm sorry but... no. Not this year. This isn't the year to subject myself to extra stress on top of the hell and high water I've already dealt with so far. In fact, I think I've been saying "Bah humbug" more than "Happy Christmas" this year--far more. That's a first--it's also pretty scary too.
Sooo, that said, here's a Thursday Tradition filled with YouTubes of music, fun and holiday cheer. Turn up the tune'age. And raise a cup of cheer for me--or at least, try to anyway, if you're as bleah as me.
"Wonderful Christmastime" - Paul McCartney
*Old-School Alternation Song of the Week*
"The Chanukah Song" - Adam Sandler
*Dedicated to my Jewish second family. Much love + respect!*
"Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" - Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
*Favorite version of the Christmas classic*
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" - James Taylor
*Christmas Anthem 2008 + Song of the Week*
*Dedicated to family and friends within the Underground, with love*
"Oi! to the World!" - The Vandals
*Christmas Anthem 2007*
*No Doubt did a fantabulous cover of this tune!*
"Christmas Wrapping" - The Waitresses
*Christmas Anthem 2009*
Merry Christmas, with lots of love. Make the best of it, even in face of the worst of it.
~ me
Sooo, that said, here's a Thursday Tradition filled with YouTubes of music, fun and holiday cheer. Turn up the tune'age. And raise a cup of cheer for me--or at least, try to anyway, if you're as bleah as me.
"Wonderful Christmastime" - Paul McCartney
*Old-School Alternation Song of the Week*
"The Chanukah Song" - Adam Sandler
*Dedicated to my Jewish second family. Much love + respect!*
"Santa Claus Is Coming to Town" - Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band
*Favorite version of the Christmas classic*
"Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" - James Taylor
*Christmas Anthem 2008 + Song of the Week*
*Dedicated to family and friends within the Underground, with love*
"Oi! to the World!" - The Vandals
*Christmas Anthem 2007*
*No Doubt did a fantabulous cover of this tune!*
"Christmas Wrapping" - The Waitresses
*Christmas Anthem 2009*
Merry Christmas, with lots of love. Make the best of it, even in face of the worst of it.
~ me
12 November 2009
The Thursday Tradition #...?
Yes. I lost count. BUT, it's gonna be an interesting Thursday Tradition, because for the first Tradition in months, it's a good ol' slew of YouTubes. But, trust me. It's all good.
First and foremost, here's a bit of a surprise from Newsweek. And while it doesn't touch on everything, it *does* touch on some of the most memorable stuff that went down in the last decade. Yes, it's almost 2010 already. That said...
The Decade in 7 Minutes - Newsweek
Next up, ah yes. One of those pop-ish, overplayed songs. But you know what? I love it. It was my Song of the Week for last week [despite a 6-day workweek and major temper tantrum from hell]. I find myself singing along to it at work. Yes, don't lie--it's addictive.
Boom Boom Pow - Black Eyed Peas
From the heart of the Indie Intelligence files, an all-but-forgotten favorite song of mine. And, in fact, it's what I'm considering as my Classic Indie Intelligence Song of the Year for 2009, which I will be doing sometime next month for the final Thursday Tradition of this year--and so much as this DECADE! That said, from the year 1994, a 15-year-old gem,
Skull - Sebadoh
And digging deeper into the Indie Intelligence files, a brand-spankin'-new addition. One of many, actually. But, here's a really interesting one, particularly as the song came out in 1978. Fair warning--it is DEFINITELY not of the usualities within the Indie Intelligence files. All the more reason it BELONGS in the I2 files! All I can say now is, you. have. been. warned!
Warm Leatherette - The Normal
Surfacing somewhere slightly closer to the usualities of the I2 files, is a song that has also been a favorite. Well, more like a favorite of the I2 files' usualities. Great song all in all. Grand classic.
Love My Way - The Psychedlic Furs
Once again, this song surfaces for the first time in about a month or so. And it's a nomination for Anthem of the Year for this year for me. We all know this tune... LOL! And, yes, this -is- the video for it. Sing along, you Underground loons...
Stand or Fall - The Fixx
Now, sing-along done, get your ass up and dance. Yes, y'all read proper. Because this is another new addition to the I2 files--and THIS one, y'all didn't see coming. In fact, this was [and SO is] the anthem to Halloween 2009. And to think this was old-school freestyle musique!! Now, that said, GET YOUR ASS UP AND DANCE!!
Don't Stop the Rock - FreeStyle
And, to close it all up, is the Song of the Week. I *love* this song. And at this point, the lyrics speak up enough for me, especially the chorus. The song is awesomeness. And it's my
*Song of the Week* This and That - Michael Penn
We will return to your regularly-scheduled madness tomorrow. I promise.
Raisin' the noise, raisin' the roof...
~ me
First and foremost, here's a bit of a surprise from Newsweek. And while it doesn't touch on everything, it *does* touch on some of the most memorable stuff that went down in the last decade. Yes, it's almost 2010 already. That said...
The Decade in 7 Minutes - Newsweek
Next up, ah yes. One of those pop-ish, overplayed songs. But you know what? I love it. It was my Song of the Week for last week [despite a 6-day workweek and major temper tantrum from hell]. I find myself singing along to it at work. Yes, don't lie--it's addictive.
Boom Boom Pow - Black Eyed Peas
From the heart of the Indie Intelligence files, an all-but-forgotten favorite song of mine. And, in fact, it's what I'm considering as my Classic Indie Intelligence Song of the Year for 2009, which I will be doing sometime next month for the final Thursday Tradition of this year--and so much as this DECADE! That said, from the year 1994, a 15-year-old gem,
Skull - Sebadoh
And digging deeper into the Indie Intelligence files, a brand-spankin'-new addition. One of many, actually. But, here's a really interesting one, particularly as the song came out in 1978. Fair warning--it is DEFINITELY not of the usualities within the Indie Intelligence files. All the more reason it BELONGS in the I2 files! All I can say now is, you. have. been. warned!
Warm Leatherette - The Normal
Surfacing somewhere slightly closer to the usualities of the I2 files, is a song that has also been a favorite. Well, more like a favorite of the I2 files' usualities. Great song all in all. Grand classic.
Love My Way - The Psychedlic Furs
Once again, this song surfaces for the first time in about a month or so. And it's a nomination for Anthem of the Year for this year for me. We all know this tune... LOL! And, yes, this -is- the video for it. Sing along, you Underground loons...
Stand or Fall - The Fixx
Now, sing-along done, get your ass up and dance. Yes, y'all read proper. Because this is another new addition to the I2 files--and THIS one, y'all didn't see coming. In fact, this was [and SO is] the anthem to Halloween 2009. And to think this was old-school freestyle musique!! Now, that said, GET YOUR ASS UP AND DANCE!!
Don't Stop the Rock - FreeStyle
And, to close it all up, is the Song of the Week. I *love* this song. And at this point, the lyrics speak up enough for me, especially the chorus. The song is awesomeness. And it's my
*Song of the Week* This and That - Michael Penn
We will return to your regularly-scheduled madness tomorrow. I promise.
Raisin' the noise, raisin' the roof...
~ me
29 April 2009
Chapter 205 ~ Slight Aftermath.
So... while Roboter's visit was rather short [arriving on Friday, leaving back for New York yesterday], much was accomplished. Though not as much as I had hoped... still, there were a good few things that were taken care of.
For one, Roboter got to meet the parents--on BOTH sides of the matter! He survived rather well the visit with Dad and Stepmom, and he got to play a couple of fun rounds of Uno [best. card. game. EVER.] and caught on quick! Dad told me as I was taking care of my laundry that he thought Roboter "is a nice guy." Now... imagine how thrilled I was... hee! Roboter also got to meet Grandpa Jim, and the two talked of World War II, which both Grandpa Jim AND Roboter's dad both took part in. I was rather excited [and happy as hell, to be honest] as I watched and listened in on the conversation, which unfolded at the Dinner Table.
Monday was also the starting point for my Mom's journey to Chicago--yes, she and Stepdad are moving to Chicago! They visited me and my brother Robbie on Monday afternoon and also met Roboter. Needless to say everyone got on along rather well. And of course, Robbie... the typical smartass that he is. But, as I said, everyone got along very well. I was pleasantly surprised!
Friday was when Roboter arrived into town--the poor thing! >.< I don't blame him for having a proper panic over driving in Florida... for one I'd had my share of its hells. But, he made it in one piece... he flew in to Orlando. I'm just glad and thankful he was able to arrive in one piece!!
Saturday we mostly hung around the apartment, not much went on. Except for extra sleep. Sleeping in was definitely in order, especially after one helluva week that led to it. I for one was rather exhausted by Friday afternoon when I clocked out at work. *sigh*
My 'adopted' big brother Ani also got to meet Roboter at Church on Sunday--though I didn't get to see much of it because I was inbetween being the Chorister and being the Carilloneur [yes, I was on Carillon duty Sunday, Corky was out of town]. But apparently all kinda went well, or so that's what I'm thinking from what Roboter told me about meeting Ani. *shrug*
Oh and... I am now a newbie fan of... well... this...
Top Gear ~ The Vietnam Challenge... Part 1!
So... yes, I am a fan of Top Gear as of recently. What?
Yesterday was the longest. day. EVER. Roboter took me to work in the morning before having to catch the flight back home to spend some time with his parents. Work was kinda... well... bleah. It didn't take long for me to miss him already. And then last night, Kids Night... I now do this by myself. Last night was the first night I was in charge of it, and taking on that by myself... oh my God. It didn't take me too long before I got into a proper panic about it, because the 6-7 P.M. hour was extremely chaotic. In short, 15 kids... all. at. once. Needless to say I was drop-dead-exhausted by the time it was time to put the pics together on the wall at 8:15 P.M. And I was still exhausted when I got to work this morning. As you can tell, however, I did survive--otherwise I wouldn't be blogging about it, right?
Oh and... I am officially happy to say that, Siren has FINALLY realised that, there is no such thing as a second chance for him! Oh don't get me wrong--do y'all have any damn clue as to just how long it's taken for him to realise the fact of the matter that, I don't love him anymore! At all! But he sure wanted to try to throw some two cents early on last week before trying to pursuade me to consider that second chance. And I'm sure he must've thought I wasn't serious when I told him "No" at least three times... but, as I haven't heard from him since Monday afternoon, when I told him that I don't trust him with my heart anymore [which, as y'all know, is SO true], I think it's safe to say that I finally got through to him. That, as of now, has been the biggest accomplishment of the time Roboter was here, hands down, because Roboter was there to help keep my chin up through it all.
Sooo... all in all, I had been very busy. And between the anxiety of the visit between Roboter and I, I think we were definitely able to enjoy each other's company. But now... things resume some sense of normalcy. Except, the loneliness hurts just a little more now, because of the time spent together with him. However, we still have much to tend to... yet we still have each other. It's hard to explain, but I do think our time spent together was time well spent. We're happy... that's probably all that matters now, right?
Tomorrow is the next Thursday Tradition--I'm not saying who it is... wait. Did I even mention anything about it...? No... aw hell... I'm sure I'll think of something. Some band or another. Like... maybe... oh, I don't know... maybe... erm... Better Than Ezra? Yeah! that's it! Better Than Ezra, and Semisonic 'cause I owe one on 'em too. So it'll be a double-feature on tomorrow's Thursday Tradition here in the Underground! Okay, it's official--I am psyched for this!
And on that minor bombshell, Until the nex--
oh shoot. I almost forgot.
And on THAT minor bombshell... Until the next round...
~ me
For one, Roboter got to meet the parents--on BOTH sides of the matter! He survived rather well the visit with Dad and Stepmom, and he got to play a couple of fun rounds of Uno [best. card. game. EVER.] and caught on quick! Dad told me as I was taking care of my laundry that he thought Roboter "is a nice guy." Now... imagine how thrilled I was... hee! Roboter also got to meet Grandpa Jim, and the two talked of World War II, which both Grandpa Jim AND Roboter's dad both took part in. I was rather excited [and happy as hell, to be honest] as I watched and listened in on the conversation, which unfolded at the Dinner Table.
Monday was also the starting point for my Mom's journey to Chicago--yes, she and Stepdad are moving to Chicago! They visited me and my brother Robbie on Monday afternoon and also met Roboter. Needless to say everyone got on along rather well. And of course, Robbie... the typical smartass that he is. But, as I said, everyone got along very well. I was pleasantly surprised!
Friday was when Roboter arrived into town--the poor thing! >.< I don't blame him for having a proper panic over driving in Florida... for one I'd had my share of its hells. But, he made it in one piece... he flew in to Orlando. I'm just glad and thankful he was able to arrive in one piece!!
Saturday we mostly hung around the apartment, not much went on. Except for extra sleep. Sleeping in was definitely in order, especially after one helluva week that led to it. I for one was rather exhausted by Friday afternoon when I clocked out at work. *sigh*
My 'adopted' big brother Ani also got to meet Roboter at Church on Sunday--though I didn't get to see much of it because I was inbetween being the Chorister and being the Carilloneur [yes, I was on Carillon duty Sunday, Corky was out of town]. But apparently all kinda went well, or so that's what I'm thinking from what Roboter told me about meeting Ani. *shrug*
Oh and... I am now a newbie fan of... well... this...
Top Gear ~ The Vietnam Challenge... Part 1!
So... yes, I am a fan of Top Gear as of recently. What?
Yesterday was the longest. day. EVER. Roboter took me to work in the morning before having to catch the flight back home to spend some time with his parents. Work was kinda... well... bleah. It didn't take long for me to miss him already. And then last night, Kids Night... I now do this by myself. Last night was the first night I was in charge of it, and taking on that by myself... oh my God. It didn't take me too long before I got into a proper panic about it, because the 6-7 P.M. hour was extremely chaotic. In short, 15 kids... all. at. once. Needless to say I was drop-dead-exhausted by the time it was time to put the pics together on the wall at 8:15 P.M. And I was still exhausted when I got to work this morning. As you can tell, however, I did survive--otherwise I wouldn't be blogging about it, right?
Oh and... I am officially happy to say that, Siren has FINALLY realised that, there is no such thing as a second chance for him! Oh don't get me wrong--do y'all have any damn clue as to just how long it's taken for him to realise the fact of the matter that, I don't love him anymore! At all! But he sure wanted to try to throw some two cents early on last week before trying to pursuade me to consider that second chance. And I'm sure he must've thought I wasn't serious when I told him "No" at least three times... but, as I haven't heard from him since Monday afternoon, when I told him that I don't trust him with my heart anymore [which, as y'all know, is SO true], I think it's safe to say that I finally got through to him. That, as of now, has been the biggest accomplishment of the time Roboter was here, hands down, because Roboter was there to help keep my chin up through it all.
Sooo... all in all, I had been very busy. And between the anxiety of the visit between Roboter and I, I think we were definitely able to enjoy each other's company. But now... things resume some sense of normalcy. Except, the loneliness hurts just a little more now, because of the time spent together with him. However, we still have much to tend to... yet we still have each other. It's hard to explain, but I do think our time spent together was time well spent. We're happy... that's probably all that matters now, right?
Tomorrow is the next Thursday Tradition--I'm not saying who it is... wait. Did I even mention anything about it...? No... aw hell... I'm sure I'll think of something. Some band or another. Like... maybe... oh, I don't know... maybe... erm... Better Than Ezra? Yeah! that's it! Better Than Ezra, and Semisonic 'cause I owe one on 'em too. So it'll be a double-feature on tomorrow's Thursday Tradition here in the Underground! Okay, it's official--I am psyched for this!
And on that minor bombshell, Until the nex--
oh shoot. I almost forgot.
And on THAT minor bombshell... Until the next round...
~ me
17 October 2008
Chapter 182 ~ Wow. Just, wow.
For one, it's been a very long week and I really had been behind on some things. Currently one of my friends brought her laptop over, so I'm taking a minor break from Carillon practice to update this. And considering I haven't been able to get much done because of the circumstances of this week, I think it's proper timing to have myself a minor dose of chill. But first, some issues to address and get over with.
First and foremost, this week at work: OH. MY. GOD. Where did it come from, and how did I get all caught up in the ruins? No, don't even consider thinking as to what to answer me with. Just, don't.
Second, I now somewhat have a new schedule of things, at least as of this month anyway. Take notes at your own peril!, is my only choice of words for this.
Monday ~ Work in the morning to early afternoon. Other errands if necessary. Pay day every two weeks.
Tuesday ~ Work. Other errands if necessary.
Wednesday ~ Work. Practicing with the Carillon in the afternoon, potluck dinner/fellowship @ 5:30 P.M., Discipleship classes 6:15 to 7:15-7:30-ish.
Thursday ~ Work. Music day in the Underground.
Friday ~ Work. Practicing with the Carillon in the afternoon.
Saturday ~ Work. Other errands if necessary.
Sunday ~ [rarely work.] Wake up @ 7:45 A.M., shower/get dressed, be in Choir room for practice @ 9 [practice 9-10:30], drop off choral music play the Carillon after Choir practice for about 15-20 minutes, get to the Service just minutes before 11; post-Recessional Hymn [final hymn of the service] literally RUN to the Carillon to play another 15-20 minutes. Lunch at Quizno's. Nap time. In some occasions, family dinner at the Parents'.
That's usually the scheme of things these days. No, I don't work 6 days a week but, my days off change faster than a switch of hands in a round of Crazy UNO. As you may already know I'm on Carillon duty for the month, so that's just how things are going to be, probably for another two weeks. Maybe. All Saints' Weekend is in two weeks and, that Sunday is 2 November, All Souls Day [though we'll be celebrating All Saints, usually 1 November, that Sunday], so I may have to ask Mrs. Hays if she'll need me to play that particular Sunday as well. I already have a bit of an idea as to what Hymns to play for that Sunday.
Third, I know there'd been some people I probably ticked off in some form or another this week, so for that I'd like to post a proper and public apology. I didn't mean to offend you in any way I may have, whether by a loss of temper or a minor snarkitude or a problematic misunderstanding. About high time I really called myself out on that.
*whew* Alright! That said, it's time for what should've been done yesterday if not for absolute exhaustion and two break-downs [one during the last 10 minutes of my break at work and the other when, having argued unnecessarily with Roboter, I cried myself to sleep--don't worry, we've reconciled!!]...
This week's Starian Union Radio spotlight is on the likes of New Order's Stephen Morris and his wife Gillian Gilbert, also known by die-hard NO fans as The Other Two.
No, Ninth Doctor, I'm not. ^_^
So the Random 20 is actually going to be a Top 10 this week, with a few Honorable Mentions as well. Now considering they'd only released two albums [The Other Two & You in 1993 and Superhighways in 1999] and that's all I have to work with, and as I'm not quite fond of EVERY track they've released as TO2, I hope that this countdown does some proper justice. And this time I'm adding the commentary AND the music so you can understand my whimsey.
On that note...
The Starian Union Radio Top 10 for yesterday, Thursday 16 October 2008
Theme ~ Top 10 The Other Two tracks
The first time I heard this tune, something kinda tugged at my heartstrings. This is the only TO2 track that ever made me cry. I think it's because of the lyrics, particularly to the chorus. Gillian, vocal-wise, soars proper in this tune. And in my opinion it's infectious enough that it's my all-time fave TO2 tune.
1] "Super Highways" [from Superhighways]
A proper love song? If you but just listen to the lyrics, all of it. Just wonderful. No wonder I love this song so damn much!
2] "New Horizons" [from Superhighways]
The song that kinda started it all for TO2, really. And it was also the first song I'd heard from them. It almost kinda holds a proper, special place in my heart. And it's currently playing as I'm typing up at the moment!
3] "Tasty Fish" [from The Other Two & You]
Was listening to this earlier this morning, full blast. Between the song itself, the lyrics, and the chilly air [6o-someodd-F anyone?], it kinda gave me a lift and helped fight the tears in the eyes. Particularly the chorus:
Get out of bed, feel the world in your head,
The new day has come and you keep moving on.
Hold on to your heartbeat,
Move out of the backseat.
Fantastic, really. Truly fantastic.
4] "Hello" [from Superhighways]
Adrenaline rush to work via an instrumental tune? Uhm, hell yeah. That's all I can say about this rack, really.
5] "Ninth Configuration" [from The Other Two & You]
The video for this song is just... well... Awwies-worthy in my opinion. Seriously. Go YouTube it. And it's actually one of my fave tracks of the album it comes from.
6] "Selfish" [from The Other Two & You]
Melanie from Sub-Sub provided the guest vocals on two tracks on Superhighways, and between the two tracks this is my favorite. I was listening to that song yesterday morning, felt almost like I could really soar. I didn't think that high would crash as the day progressed though. In any case, this is a rather powerful song.
7] "You Can Fly" *vocals by Melanie of Sub-Sub* [from Superhighways]
Quaint little story as only Gillian and Steve, through lyrics and music, can only weave, sew and seam together.
8] "Cold Feet" [from Superhighways]
I can't really put my finger on it but there's something very, very gorgeous about this track. Between the melodies and Gillian's vocals. I don't know. It's just... well... lush. For a lack of better words.
9] "The River" [from Superhighways]
Everytime I play this song, I'm almost always singing along to the catchy little chorus. It really is a great tune.
10] "The Greatest Thing" [from The Other Two & You]
For a few Honorable Mentions, I'll start with this fun track, which includes audio snippets from the Factory Records documentary Play At Home which, I seriously recommend you go YouTube as soon as you can. One helluva fun documentary.
"Loved It [The Other Track]" [from The Other Two & You]
Okay, fair warning--you might find yourself singing along somehow.
"Innocence" [from The Other Two & You]
That done, one thing more to post today before resuming Carillon practice: A couple of YouTubes featuring one of the most lovable robots ever: K9!
And on that note... God I gotta get back to practice...
Until the next round...
~ me
First and foremost, this week at work: OH. MY. GOD. Where did it come from, and how did I get all caught up in the ruins? No, don't even consider thinking as to what to answer me with. Just, don't.
Second, I now somewhat have a new schedule of things, at least as of this month anyway. Take notes at your own peril!, is my only choice of words for this.
Monday ~ Work in the morning to early afternoon. Other errands if necessary. Pay day every two weeks.
Tuesday ~ Work. Other errands if necessary.
Wednesday ~ Work. Practicing with the Carillon in the afternoon, potluck dinner/fellowship @ 5:30 P.M., Discipleship classes 6:15 to 7:15-7:30-ish.
Thursday ~ Work. Music day in the Underground.
Friday ~ Work. Practicing with the Carillon in the afternoon.
Saturday ~ Work. Other errands if necessary.
Sunday ~ [rarely work.] Wake up @ 7:45 A.M., shower/get dressed, be in Choir room for practice @ 9 [practice 9-10:30], drop off choral music play the Carillon after Choir practice for about 15-20 minutes, get to the Service just minutes before 11; post-Recessional Hymn [final hymn of the service] literally RUN to the Carillon to play another 15-20 minutes. Lunch at Quizno's. Nap time. In some occasions, family dinner at the Parents'.
That's usually the scheme of things these days. No, I don't work 6 days a week but, my days off change faster than a switch of hands in a round of Crazy UNO. As you may already know I'm on Carillon duty for the month, so that's just how things are going to be, probably for another two weeks. Maybe. All Saints' Weekend is in two weeks and, that Sunday is 2 November, All Souls Day [though we'll be celebrating All Saints, usually 1 November, that Sunday], so I may have to ask Mrs. Hays if she'll need me to play that particular Sunday as well. I already have a bit of an idea as to what Hymns to play for that Sunday.
Third, I know there'd been some people I probably ticked off in some form or another this week, so for that I'd like to post a proper and public apology. I didn't mean to offend you in any way I may have, whether by a loss of temper or a minor snarkitude or a problematic misunderstanding. About high time I really called myself out on that.
*whew* Alright! That said, it's time for what should've been done yesterday if not for absolute exhaustion and two break-downs [one during the last 10 minutes of my break at work and the other when, having argued unnecessarily with Roboter, I cried myself to sleep--don't worry, we've reconciled!!]...
This week's Starian Union Radio spotlight is on the likes of New Order's Stephen Morris and his wife Gillian Gilbert, also known by die-hard NO fans as The Other Two.
No, Ninth Doctor, I'm not. ^_^
So the Random 20 is actually going to be a Top 10 this week, with a few Honorable Mentions as well. Now considering they'd only released two albums [The Other Two & You in 1993 and Superhighways in 1999] and that's all I have to work with, and as I'm not quite fond of EVERY track they've released as TO2, I hope that this countdown does some proper justice. And this time I'm adding the commentary AND the music so you can understand my whimsey.
On that note...
The Starian Union Radio Top 10 for yesterday, Thursday 16 October 2008
Theme ~ Top 10 The Other Two tracks
The first time I heard this tune, something kinda tugged at my heartstrings. This is the only TO2 track that ever made me cry. I think it's because of the lyrics, particularly to the chorus. Gillian, vocal-wise, soars proper in this tune. And in my opinion it's infectious enough that it's my all-time fave TO2 tune.
1] "Super Highways" [from Superhighways]
A proper love song? If you but just listen to the lyrics, all of it. Just wonderful. No wonder I love this song so damn much!
2] "New Horizons" [from Superhighways]
The song that kinda started it all for TO2, really. And it was also the first song I'd heard from them. It almost kinda holds a proper, special place in my heart. And it's currently playing as I'm typing up at the moment!
3] "Tasty Fish" [from The Other Two & You]
Was listening to this earlier this morning, full blast. Between the song itself, the lyrics, and the chilly air [6o-someodd-F anyone?], it kinda gave me a lift and helped fight the tears in the eyes. Particularly the chorus:
Get out of bed, feel the world in your head,
The new day has come and you keep moving on.
Hold on to your heartbeat,
Move out of the backseat.
Fantastic, really. Truly fantastic.
4] "Hello" [from Superhighways]
Adrenaline rush to work via an instrumental tune? Uhm, hell yeah. That's all I can say about this rack, really.
5] "Ninth Configuration" [from The Other Two & You]
The video for this song is just... well... Awwies-worthy in my opinion. Seriously. Go YouTube it. And it's actually one of my fave tracks of the album it comes from.
6] "Selfish" [from The Other Two & You]
Melanie from Sub-Sub provided the guest vocals on two tracks on Superhighways, and between the two tracks this is my favorite. I was listening to that song yesterday morning, felt almost like I could really soar. I didn't think that high would crash as the day progressed though. In any case, this is a rather powerful song.
7] "You Can Fly" *vocals by Melanie of Sub-Sub* [from Superhighways]
Quaint little story as only Gillian and Steve, through lyrics and music, can only weave, sew and seam together.
8] "Cold Feet" [from Superhighways]
I can't really put my finger on it but there's something very, very gorgeous about this track. Between the melodies and Gillian's vocals. I don't know. It's just... well... lush. For a lack of better words.
9] "The River" [from Superhighways]
Everytime I play this song, I'm almost always singing along to the catchy little chorus. It really is a great tune.
10] "The Greatest Thing" [from The Other Two & You]
For a few Honorable Mentions, I'll start with this fun track, which includes audio snippets from the Factory Records documentary Play At Home which, I seriously recommend you go YouTube as soon as you can. One helluva fun documentary.
"Loved It [The Other Track]" [from The Other Two & You]
Okay, fair warning--you might find yourself singing along somehow.
"Innocence" [from The Other Two & You]
That done, one thing more to post today before resuming Carillon practice: A couple of YouTubes featuring one of the most lovable robots ever: K9!
And on that note... God I gotta get back to practice...
Until the next round...
~ me
06 October 2008
A New Quarter-Century ~ Chapter 179
First and foremost, THANKS AND CHEERS TO EVERYONE who sent me cheerful birthday wishes this past weekend. I'm just getting around to checking them all, as I'd been busy with friends and family most if not the entire weekend through. I haven't had such a blessed Birthday as was this weekend. Roboter stayed up until 12:15 Saturday morning to wish me a Happy Birthday, alongside 3 Tom Baker Doctor Who posters and the entire Tom Baker DW saga [with the exception of Robot which I already own]--which is definitely going to keep me busy post-work hours for a while! The parents and siblings [except for Robbie who couldn't make it] and Grandparents threw a party for me yesterday, which was fun in itself.
I think the surprising present had to be from DJ though... she made me a freckin' YouTube!! How freckin' ace is that??
And a friend in the David Tennant forum, Kaylee, made this for me, which was quite a thrill for me being fangirly and such...
*clicky thumbnail!!*
Thursday I'll be posting my top 20 songs of all time for the Random 20, which won't be quite so random...!
Until the next round... cheers!!
~ me
I think the surprising present had to be from DJ though... she made me a freckin' YouTube!! How freckin' ace is that??
And a friend in the David Tennant forum, Kaylee, made this for me, which was quite a thrill for me being fangirly and such...
*clicky thumbnail!!*
Thursday I'll be posting my top 20 songs of all time for the Random 20, which won't be quite so random...!
Until the next round... cheers!!
~ me
06 September 2008
Chapter 177 ~ ...oh for the love of... NOT AGAIN.
Just like last year. Getting over a minor heartache--Roboter and I have talked only 4 times these past two weeks. And work is a mess. AND...
one of my friends is engaged. That I once had a crush on. It's StarKnight Skater, whom I've known for 5 years now.
You know, I really don't seem to do well the last month before my Birthday, it seems. What happened a year ago... *hunts through the archive*
--OH YEAH! Pouncer gave me word of Agathangelos' engagement which, unfortunately, I didn't get to attend the wedding of. Something that, unfortunately, I still get upset at Siren over, but as long as neither of us mention the wedding my temper's at bay.
Tuesday 25 September 2008 ~ Chapter 67 ~ Sort of a Depressing Turn of Events.
Okay, I need to stop moping but, there's been a lot going on these past two weeks that, I'd been so worn out I didn't even remember to do the Top 20 so, before I forget altogether let's take care of that.
Starian Union Radio Top 20 [sorry this is 2 days late, all]
1] "NWA" - The Terrible Sea
2] "Harley David [Son of a Bitch]" - Bollock Brothers
3] "Handle With Care" - Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins
4] "Lost in the Supermarket" - The Clash
5] "Primitive Notion" - New Order
6] "New York" - Micro Chip League
7] "Say" - John Mayer
8] "The Queen Is Dead" - The Smiths
9] "Banana Pancakes" - Jack Johnson
10] "The New Pollution" - Beck
11] "New York Minute" - Don Henley
12] "Banquet" [The Streets Remix] - Bloc Party
13] "Let's Push Things Forward" - The Streets
14] "New York Minute" - Don Henley
15] "Theft, And Wandering Around Lost" - The Cocteau Twins
16] "Shut Up And Let Me Go" - The Ting Tings
17] "Charmer" - Kings of Leon
18] "I'm Gonna Be [500 Miles]" - The Proclaimers
19] "Falling Down" [Chemical Brothers Remix] - Oasis
20] "Mayor of Simpleton" - XTC
Alright, that done, things need to be addressed, *stat*--
~ Rage Against the Machine, you are definitely some serious heroes in the music world. --those wondering why I say this, this recent YouTube from 2 September sums it up quite nobly:
"Bulls on Parade" and "Killing in the Name of" - Rage Against the Machine
For the background on this, read more at the blog on Above the Fold.
~ Siren, thank you again for the half-gallon of mint-chocolate chip ice cream. Sadly I haven't snacked on that since you visited Tuesday afternoon. I haven't finished the half-gallon though... got a helluva long way to go.
~ Kit darlin', whoop your ex in the behind on my behalf, because he kinda screwed up our hang-out time Thursday. Or not. In any case, see you Monday afternoon after I'm done at three. Hopefully. We defo need to hang out.
~ DJ, your comic version of Trans-Europa is nothing short of brilliant!! --for those who aren't familiar too well with her she's a fellow Barney's Angel and, she's 15 and LOVES Kraftwerk. And she draws wonderfully. I have evidence.
This is her cover for her comic version of Trans-Europa *it's a clicky-thumbnail because, really, yes, it's kinda big to fit on this blog, but it's still awesomeness*
~ Louise dear, I never thought you'd get the tail end of the storms we Floridians/American folk get as far as Tropical Storms, Hurricanes, and the like. My thoughts are definitely with you. As well as to all in the path of these darn storms. I hate 'em, don't you know? [Hurricane Andrew started it all for me, Summer of '92, folks.] And I do want to thank you again for putting together this for me, which is my song of the day for today:
"Neon Lights/Neonlicht" - Kraftwerk
~ Saint Barnabas folks, the Choir says, as of tomorrow, weeee're baaaack!!
~ The Verve, THANK YOU BIG TIME FOR REUNITING!! I didn't think you guys sound THIS awesome now, I'm definitely getting your new album ASAP, because this song's been playing on the indie station here. I didn't recognize you guys... OMG. I'm defo happy you've guys got new stuff out; hell, I didn't even realise you guys had your new album "Forth" out on 26 August--gosh I'm behind...
"Love Is Noise" - The Verve *yes, the verve!*
~ And finally, Roboter--yes, I saved you for last, 'cause everything I've had to say to you, I've e-mailed. I'm not gonna repost all that on here. Kinda lacked the patience for it.
...alrighty folks, I think I've just about said everything that should've been said this week. And tonight, for the first time in two weeks, I think I'm going to bed with a helluva clearer conscience. And God himself knows why.
*sigh* Now, anchoring down for the consequences of the letter--I'm hoping against hope that... well... the situation won't be as bad as I've been wigging out on.
*fingers crossed!!*
And until the next round, which won't be until Tuesday most likely...
~ me
one of my friends is engaged. That I once had a crush on. It's StarKnight Skater, whom I've known for 5 years now.
You know, I really don't seem to do well the last month before my Birthday, it seems. What happened a year ago... *hunts through the archive*
--OH YEAH! Pouncer gave me word of Agathangelos' engagement which, unfortunately, I didn't get to attend the wedding of. Something that, unfortunately, I still get upset at Siren over, but as long as neither of us mention the wedding my temper's at bay.
Tuesday 25 September 2008 ~ Chapter 67 ~ Sort of a Depressing Turn of Events.
Okay, I need to stop moping but, there's been a lot going on these past two weeks that, I'd been so worn out I didn't even remember to do the Top 20 so, before I forget altogether let's take care of that.
Starian Union Radio Top 20 [sorry this is 2 days late, all]
1] "NWA" - The Terrible Sea
2] "Harley David [Son of a Bitch]" - Bollock Brothers
3] "Handle With Care" - Jenny Lewis with the Watson Twins
4] "Lost in the Supermarket" - The Clash
5] "Primitive Notion" - New Order
6] "New York" - Micro Chip League
7] "Say" - John Mayer
8] "The Queen Is Dead" - The Smiths
9] "Banana Pancakes" - Jack Johnson
10] "The New Pollution" - Beck
11] "New York Minute" - Don Henley
12] "Banquet" [The Streets Remix] - Bloc Party
13] "Let's Push Things Forward" - The Streets
14] "New York Minute" - Don Henley
15] "Theft, And Wandering Around Lost" - The Cocteau Twins
16] "Shut Up And Let Me Go" - The Ting Tings
17] "Charmer" - Kings of Leon
18] "I'm Gonna Be [500 Miles]" - The Proclaimers
19] "Falling Down" [Chemical Brothers Remix] - Oasis
20] "Mayor of Simpleton" - XTC
Alright, that done, things need to be addressed, *stat*--
~ Rage Against the Machine, you are definitely some serious heroes in the music world. --those wondering why I say this, this recent YouTube from 2 September sums it up quite nobly:
"Bulls on Parade" and "Killing in the Name of" - Rage Against the Machine
For the background on this, read more at the blog on Above the Fold.
~ Siren, thank you again for the half-gallon of mint-chocolate chip ice cream. Sadly I haven't snacked on that since you visited Tuesday afternoon. I haven't finished the half-gallon though... got a helluva long way to go.
~ Kit darlin', whoop your ex in the behind on my behalf, because he kinda screwed up our hang-out time Thursday. Or not. In any case, see you Monday afternoon after I'm done at three. Hopefully. We defo need to hang out.
~ DJ, your comic version of Trans-Europa is nothing short of brilliant!! --for those who aren't familiar too well with her she's a fellow Barney's Angel and, she's 15 and LOVES Kraftwerk. And she draws wonderfully. I have evidence.
This is her cover for her comic version of Trans-Europa *it's a clicky-thumbnail because, really, yes, it's kinda big to fit on this blog, but it's still awesomeness*
~ Louise dear, I never thought you'd get the tail end of the storms we Floridians/American folk get as far as Tropical Storms, Hurricanes, and the like. My thoughts are definitely with you. As well as to all in the path of these darn storms. I hate 'em, don't you know? [Hurricane Andrew started it all for me, Summer of '92, folks.] And I do want to thank you again for putting together this for me, which is my song of the day for today:
"Neon Lights/Neonlicht" - Kraftwerk
~ Saint Barnabas folks, the Choir says, as of tomorrow, weeee're baaaack!!
~ The Verve, THANK YOU BIG TIME FOR REUNITING!! I didn't think you guys sound THIS awesome now, I'm definitely getting your new album ASAP, because this song's been playing on the indie station here. I didn't recognize you guys... OMG. I'm defo happy you've guys got new stuff out; hell, I didn't even realise you guys had your new album "Forth" out on 26 August--gosh I'm behind...
"Love Is Noise" - The Verve *yes, the verve!*
~ And finally, Roboter--yes, I saved you for last, 'cause everything I've had to say to you, I've e-mailed. I'm not gonna repost all that on here. Kinda lacked the patience for it.
...alrighty folks, I think I've just about said everything that should've been said this week. And tonight, for the first time in two weeks, I think I'm going to bed with a helluva clearer conscience. And God himself knows why.
*sigh* Now, anchoring down for the consequences of the letter--I'm hoping against hope that... well... the situation won't be as bad as I've been wigging out on.
*fingers crossed!!*
And until the next round, which won't be until Tuesday most likely...
~ me
17 July 2008
Well hey! it's Thursday!!
And oh.mah.gawd. What a crazy day today's been!!
But first, a YouTube treat [if you're reading this from facebook and it doesn't show there you'll have to check the actual blogsite to view the youtube], anyone a fan of Tom Baker? Yep, he's the Fourth Doctor. There were two Doctor Who intros featuring him. And this one, the first of the two, is my favorite.
And now, onto that time of the week we all know and love: the Top-20 Starian Union Radio Countdown! And, as always, the countdown always somehow goes a bit, erm, loopy. *LOL* Anywho!
Last.fm, thanks again!
1] "Bela Lugosi's Dead" - Bauhaus
2] "This Charming Man" - The Smiths
3] "Electricity" - OMD
4] "Situation" - Yazoo
5] "Under the Milky Way" - The Church
6] "Rise" - Public Image Ltd [PiL]
7] "Fairy Tales" - Stockholm Monsters
8] "The Back of Love" - Echo and the Bunnymen
9] "The Perfect Kiss" [full 12" version] - New Order
10] "Angel Dust" - New Order
11] "Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" - The Smiths
12] "Pretty In Pink" - The Psychedelic Furs
13] "Bizarre Love Triangle" [Shep Pettibone 12" remix] - New Order
14] "The Metro" - Berlin
15] "Don't Change" - INXS
16] "Pure Energy" - Information Society
17] "The Last of the Famous International Playboys" - Morrissey
18] "Winter" - Stockholm Monsters
19] "Headhunter" - Front 242
20] "Save It For Later" - The English Beat
And now, onto today's mess: can I just say, 5-hour power outage from God-knows-where!! Yep, at around 6:15 this morning the transformer blew, and pretty much we had no power, we were closed for most of my shift! *LOL* Best part of the five-hour hang-fest was, pizza and a game of Uno. Lots of fun overall. During that time I opted to play DJ and so, with my trusty iPod, I random'd the 'Pod and cranked up the tunage.
The Power-Outage Playlist ran as follows.
--> Started ~ 9:48 A.M.
- "Hip Hop Be Bop" - Man Parrish
- "Save It For Later" - The English Beat
- "Getting Away With It" - Electronic
- "Enjoy The Silence" - Depeche Mode
- "The Back Of Love" - Echo and the Bunnymen
- "The Perfect Kiss" [Substance '87 edit] - New Order
- "William, It Was Really Nothing" - The Smiths
- "Adorations" - Killing Joke
- "Love Plus One" - Haircut 100
- "Love To Hate You" - Erasure
- "Wierd Science" - Oingo Boingo
- "Wax And Wane" - The Cocteau Twins
- "Rubber Ring" - The Smiths
- "Everything's Gone Green" - New Order
- "Heaven" - The Psychedelic Furs
- "Otis" - The Durutti Column
- "Mexican Radio" - Wall of Voodoo
- "Last Of The Famous International Playboys" - Morrissey
- "Heart" - The Pet Shop Boys
- "Ceremony" - New Order
- "Panic" - The Smiths
- "Bizarre Love Triangle" - New Order
--> Ended ~ 11:21 A.M.
*whew* Okay... I think I'm done talking for the night. Waaayyy too much music going on... *LOL*
Until the next round...
But first, a YouTube treat [if you're reading this from facebook and it doesn't show there you'll have to check the actual blogsite to view the youtube], anyone a fan of Tom Baker? Yep, he's the Fourth Doctor. There were two Doctor Who intros featuring him. And this one, the first of the two, is my favorite.
And now, onto that time of the week we all know and love: the Top-20 Starian Union Radio Countdown! And, as always, the countdown always somehow goes a bit, erm, loopy. *LOL* Anywho!
Last.fm, thanks again!
1] "Bela Lugosi's Dead" - Bauhaus
2] "This Charming Man" - The Smiths
3] "Electricity" - OMD
4] "Situation" - Yazoo
5] "Under the Milky Way" - The Church
6] "Rise" - Public Image Ltd [PiL]
7] "Fairy Tales" - Stockholm Monsters
8] "The Back of Love" - Echo and the Bunnymen
9] "The Perfect Kiss" [full 12" version] - New Order
10] "Angel Dust" - New Order
11] "Some Girls Are Bigger Than Others" - The Smiths
12] "Pretty In Pink" - The Psychedelic Furs
13] "Bizarre Love Triangle" [Shep Pettibone 12" remix] - New Order
14] "The Metro" - Berlin
15] "Don't Change" - INXS
16] "Pure Energy" - Information Society
17] "The Last of the Famous International Playboys" - Morrissey
18] "Winter" - Stockholm Monsters
19] "Headhunter" - Front 242
20] "Save It For Later" - The English Beat
And now, onto today's mess: can I just say, 5-hour power outage from God-knows-where!! Yep, at around 6:15 this morning the transformer blew, and pretty much we had no power, we were closed for most of my shift! *LOL* Best part of the five-hour hang-fest was, pizza and a game of Uno. Lots of fun overall. During that time I opted to play DJ and so, with my trusty iPod, I random'd the 'Pod and cranked up the tunage.
The Power-Outage Playlist ran as follows.
--> Started ~ 9:48 A.M.
- "Hip Hop Be Bop" - Man Parrish
- "Save It For Later" - The English Beat
- "Getting Away With It" - Electronic
- "Enjoy The Silence" - Depeche Mode
- "The Back Of Love" - Echo and the Bunnymen
- "The Perfect Kiss" [Substance '87 edit] - New Order
- "William, It Was Really Nothing" - The Smiths
- "Adorations" - Killing Joke
- "Love Plus One" - Haircut 100
- "Love To Hate You" - Erasure
- "Wierd Science" - Oingo Boingo
- "Wax And Wane" - The Cocteau Twins
- "Rubber Ring" - The Smiths
- "Everything's Gone Green" - New Order
- "Heaven" - The Psychedelic Furs
- "Otis" - The Durutti Column
- "Mexican Radio" - Wall of Voodoo
- "Last Of The Famous International Playboys" - Morrissey
- "Heart" - The Pet Shop Boys
- "Ceremony" - New Order
- "Panic" - The Smiths
- "Bizarre Love Triangle" - New Order
--> Ended ~ 11:21 A.M.
*whew* Okay... I think I'm done talking for the night. Waaayyy too much music going on... *LOL*
Until the next round...
15 July 2008
Chapter 158 ~ CHEAP SHOTS!? [What.the.ish!?]
...grr. Okay, for the moment, NOW I can hate Siren. He had to open his mouth and mention... ehm... I'll just codename her What's-Her-Face [because I prefer codenames in situations like these, 'nuff said]. Yes, he *had* to mention his escort to the wedding this past weekend. *sigh* Why oh why...
Really, why did he have to mention something that, really, would upset me after all the mess I went through? Sure, Faith saved my butt and sanity big time but, when someone--especially someone I actually LOVED--goes a bit into the nerves with something that should've happened... it kinda brings me back. To the break-up.
Yes, Underground Citizens. I'm back in my stupid state of self-ill-temper at myself for the fact of the matter that, hey! it's all my effin' fault that Siren broke up with me in the first place for OPENING MY DAMN MOUTH!!
*sigh* Sorry. I'm just... I'm just really, really peeved right now.
Yes, I know, I shouldn't care about it. And really, I need to get this out of my system but, in the back of my mind it's like, he either isn't listening or he just doesn't care. And really, I shouldn't care so much but... it's hard to.
It's hard to really want to work things out when, well... everyone kinda knows about me and Roboter. And the fact that he's been there for me for... well... how long now...
Checking on Facebook now... I still remember...
OH YEAH!! it was October...!? Wow.
So Roboter and I have been talking over every single thing and the kitchen sink since we exchanged lyrics to "Tour de France '03" back on 19 October of last year, on each other's Facebook Walls. But now we talk on the phone just about every night over our days. Our chaotic jobs. And our past bouts with Cupid. We're just waiting for the day...
*sigh* Yeah, we're just waiting for the day when distance won't be so much of a problem anymore.
For now, I only want this pointless war between exes to be over with. I don't want to hear anymore about the wedding, or about What's-Her-Face. I just want Siren and I to start over again.
I JUST WANT MY FRIEND BACK!!
*whew* There. Now that I got that out of my system... I can only hope for the best and brace myself for the worst.
And that being, how in the world am I going to start again if Siren opens his mouth about the wedding that I wasn't even there for? Because talking about that's going to basically upset the heck out of me. Unfreckin'fair. I do hope I get the friend I once had in him back. As for the boyfriend part, that's gonna take a helluva lot of time... :-\
And now, on a much more hysterical note...!
Yes, Ed from Radiohead dancing. Funniest thing I've seen all day. That with Thom's reaction. PRICELESS!
Full clip version [and from the great Thumbs Down webcast Radiohead made on 9 November 2007]:
And on that note, I think I've got one heart to play Florence Nightingale to [Roboter hasn't been doing too great lately] and a friend to try to get back somehow.
Until the next round...
Really, why did he have to mention something that, really, would upset me after all the mess I went through? Sure, Faith saved my butt and sanity big time but, when someone--especially someone I actually LOVED--goes a bit into the nerves with something that should've happened... it kinda brings me back. To the break-up.
Yes, Underground Citizens. I'm back in my stupid state of self-ill-temper at myself for the fact of the matter that, hey! it's all my effin' fault that Siren broke up with me in the first place for OPENING MY DAMN MOUTH!!
*sigh* Sorry. I'm just... I'm just really, really peeved right now.
Yes, I know, I shouldn't care about it. And really, I need to get this out of my system but, in the back of my mind it's like, he either isn't listening or he just doesn't care. And really, I shouldn't care so much but... it's hard to.
It's hard to really want to work things out when, well... everyone kinda knows about me and Roboter. And the fact that he's been there for me for... well... how long now...
Checking on Facebook now... I still remember...
OH YEAH!! it was October...!? Wow.
So Roboter and I have been talking over every single thing and the kitchen sink since we exchanged lyrics to "Tour de France '03" back on 19 October of last year, on each other's Facebook Walls. But now we talk on the phone just about every night over our days. Our chaotic jobs. And our past bouts with Cupid. We're just waiting for the day...
*sigh* Yeah, we're just waiting for the day when distance won't be so much of a problem anymore.
For now, I only want this pointless war between exes to be over with. I don't want to hear anymore about the wedding, or about What's-Her-Face. I just want Siren and I to start over again.
I JUST WANT MY FRIEND BACK!!
*whew* There. Now that I got that out of my system... I can only hope for the best and brace myself for the worst.
And that being, how in the world am I going to start again if Siren opens his mouth about the wedding that I wasn't even there for? Because talking about that's going to basically upset the heck out of me. Unfreckin'fair. I do hope I get the friend I once had in him back. As for the boyfriend part, that's gonna take a helluva lot of time... :-\
And now, on a much more hysterical note...!
Yes, Ed from Radiohead dancing. Funniest thing I've seen all day. That with Thom's reaction. PRICELESS!
Full clip version [and from the great Thumbs Down webcast Radiohead made on 9 November 2007]:
And on that note, I think I've got one heart to play Florence Nightingale to [Roboter hasn't been doing too great lately] and a friend to try to get back somehow.
Until the next round...
11 August 2007
Chapter 35b: So it goes. [More thoughts on the immortal King of Madchester.]
[Currently playing: 'Shadowplay' - Joy Division.]
God bless Madchester, and the man who started it all.
I guess I have more to say in tribute, honor and memory to the King of Madchester.
Thanks to Tony we have a poet, genius, and twat all in one...
In the North of England, it rains & it rains & it rains. Yet we still produced the Industrial Revolution, the Trade Union Movement, the Communist Manifesto, and even the Goddamned computer. And down South, where the sun never sets, you took all our money, & what did you produce?
Chas & fucking Dave!!!
~ Tony Wilson, June 2007
No Tony = No Madchester = No Factory = No Joy Division/New Order, Happy Mondays, OMD, Durutti Column, A Certain Ratio, OMD, Stone Roses, James, The Farm, 808 State, and Charlatans.
Without Tony, we'd have no great music era, which started with a record label, which showcased many great artists.
He was so enthusiastic, he was always we'll just go ahead an do it and figure out why we did it afterwards. It was his sense of enthusiasm that was so important. ...You could have an argument with Tony and walk out hating him and the next time you saw him it was all forgotten. You just love him.'
~ Stephen Morris [Joy Division/New Order], BBC2 programme Newsnight, Friday 10 August 2007.
If you have never seen the movie that is 24 Hour Party People, this weekend would be the proper weekend to do just that. Check the movie out. Laugh at his legendary misadventures. Witness the legacy.
In closing, we have the legendary first television appearance by Joy Division, on Tony's own show. The song: 'Shadowplay.'
Until the next round...
~ 'Sunshine'
[Currently playing @ 5:58 P.M.: 'Electricity' by OMD.]
God bless Madchester, and the man who started it all.
I guess I have more to say in tribute, honor and memory to the King of Madchester.
Thanks to Tony we have a poet, genius, and twat all in one...
Chas & fucking Dave!!!
~ Tony Wilson, June 2007
No Tony = No Madchester = No Factory = No Joy Division/New Order, Happy Mondays, OMD, Durutti Column, A Certain Ratio, OMD, Stone Roses, James, The Farm, 808 State, and Charlatans.
Without Tony, we'd have no great music era, which started with a record label, which showcased many great artists.
~ Stephen Morris [Joy Division/New Order], BBC2 programme Newsnight, Friday 10 August 2007.
If you have never seen the movie that is 24 Hour Party People, this weekend would be the proper weekend to do just that. Check the movie out. Laugh at his legendary misadventures. Witness the legacy.
In closing, we have the legendary first television appearance by Joy Division, on Tony's own show. The song: 'Shadowplay.'
Until the next round...
~ 'Sunshine'
[Currently playing @ 5:58 P.M.: 'Electricity' by OMD.]
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