The week has started. It couldn't have been more perfect. Changing my tire at work while hurricane winds froze my face off was how it all began. Yes, I had a flat. Yes, I drove on it all the way to work (which is probably only about 3 miles). Yes, it ruined my almost brand new tire. Yes, I am pretty much an idiot. But I redeemed myself by previously purchasing some sort of certificate that gives me a replacement tire for FREE. That was exciting.
Changing that tire was half the battle. Getting home from the tire store proved to be more difficult than expected. As the hurricane winds starting spitting out snow I began to worry about how I was going to get back to work and if that gigantic bowling pin sign would come crashing down, making this a much more exciting story than it really is. But it didn't and I was left to deal with getting back up to Sugarhouse with my plastic car and no power whatsoever, sliding every which way.
So, here I am, safe at home, unable to drive to work, and contemplating why the hell I live in a place where it snows. I mean, is Utah really worth it? I am doubtful.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Sundance Star Stalking
Sundance '08 has begun. Some friends and I decided to go up to Park City with the sole purpose of becoming paparazzi for the day. I must admit, it was quite exhilerating. Here are a few highlights:
Brushing shoulders with Woody Harrelson.
Method Man.
This is Jack Black. He's been in a few movies.
Tilda Swinton is the white witch from The Chronicles of Narnia.
Arrmand Assante was recently in American Gangster.
Shawn Livingston. NBA player for the Clippers.
Perez Hilton through a window, as though a zoo animal.
Em, Steph, Perez and Me.
So, overall the day was a success. We never got to see the Olsen Twins or Paris Hilton, but life will go on. Maybe next year.
Brushing shoulders with Woody Harrelson.
Method Man.
This is Jack Black. He's been in a few movies.
Tilda Swinton is the white witch from The Chronicles of Narnia.
Arrmand Assante was recently in American Gangster.
Shawn Livingston. NBA player for the Clippers.
Perez Hilton through a window, as though a zoo animal.
Em, Steph, Perez and Me.
So, overall the day was a success. We never got to see the Olsen Twins or Paris Hilton, but life will go on. Maybe next year.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Channel surfing.
So, after American Idol I decided to channel surf. I came upon TLC's "My Shocking Story". I am always up to a shocking story. This one happened to be Half Man Half Tree. I'm still cringing. Just watch the clip...
Monday, January 14, 2008
Best of '07
Top 5 Concerts:
1. Brandi Carlile at the Fillmore, San Fransisco.
2. Indigo Girls at RBG, Salt Lake City.
3. Brandi Carlile at the Big Easy, Boise.
4. Regina Spektor at the Avalon Church, Salt Lake City.
5. Sundance Hotel Cafe Tour at Club Celcius, Park City.
Top 5 Songs:
1. "How These Days Grow Long" -Brandi Carlile
2. "Don't Look Back" -Telepopmusik
3. "Loose Ends" -Imogen Heap
4. "This Must Be The Place" -Shawn Colvin
5. "Sea Legs" -The Shins
Top 5 Artists:
1. Brandi Carlile
2. Feist
3. Meiko
4. The Shins
5. Missy Higgins
Top 5 Movies:
1. Once
2. No Country for Old Men
3. Lars and the Real Girl
4. American Gangster
5. Into the Wild
Top 5 Places:
1. Kenya, Africa
2. Albequerque, NM
3. Colorado Springs - San Fran Road Trip
4. Logan canal
5. Home
Top 5 People (influential or otherwise):
1. Em
2. Ane
3. Anna
4. Jen
5. KJ
Top 5 TV Shows (old and new):
1. Grey's Anatomy
2. Alias
3. Dawson's Creek
4. So You Think You Can Dance?
5. Scrubs
Top 5 Books:
1. What is The What by Dave Eggers
2. Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn
3. A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints by Dito Montiel
4. On the Road by Jack Kerouac
5. How We Are Hungry by Dave Eggers
1. Brandi Carlile at the Fillmore, San Fransisco.
2. Indigo Girls at RBG, Salt Lake City.
3. Brandi Carlile at the Big Easy, Boise.
4. Regina Spektor at the Avalon Church, Salt Lake City.
5. Sundance Hotel Cafe Tour at Club Celcius, Park City.
Top 5 Songs:
1. "How These Days Grow Long" -Brandi Carlile
2. "Don't Look Back" -Telepopmusik
3. "Loose Ends" -Imogen Heap
4. "This Must Be The Place" -Shawn Colvin
5. "Sea Legs" -The Shins
Top 5 Artists:
1. Brandi Carlile
2. Feist
3. Meiko
4. The Shins
5. Missy Higgins
Top 5 Movies:
1. Once
2. No Country for Old Men
3. Lars and the Real Girl
4. American Gangster
5. Into the Wild
Top 5 Places:
1. Kenya, Africa
2. Albequerque, NM
3. Colorado Springs - San Fran Road Trip
4. Logan canal
5. Home
Top 5 People (influential or otherwise):
1. Em
2. Ane
3. Anna
4. Jen
5. KJ
Top 5 TV Shows (old and new):
1. Grey's Anatomy
2. Alias
3. Dawson's Creek
4. So You Think You Can Dance?
5. Scrubs
Top 5 Books:
1. What is The What by Dave Eggers
2. Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn
3. A Guide to Recognizing Your Saints by Dito Montiel
4. On the Road by Jack Kerouac
5. How We Are Hungry by Dave Eggers
Saturday, January 12, 2008
I <3 BAGELS.
A couple weeks ago I took a stroll over to the local bagel shop where I tend to frequent at least once a week. I greeted BAGELMAN with a smile, and wondered if he remembered me. For some reason I decided to switch it up, so instead of a cinnamon bagel with strawberry cream cheese, I ordered an egg and cheese bagel. As I waited, I guiltily hummed along to Bryan Adam's "Have you ever really loved a woman" playing overhead. BAGELMAN started talking to the room, which consisted of empty chairs and me:
"If this song doesn't stop I'm going to @#$&ing cry!"
I awkwardly smiled and said, "I know, right?"
As I walked up to get my bagel and pay, the following conversation took place:
BAGELMAN: Isn't this Bryan Adams or something?
Me: I think so.
Taking my debit card from me, BAGELMAN: So, do you sing?
Me: Umm, yeah, sometimes. Sure.
BAGELMAN: Well, I am in this local rock band and we are looking for a female vocalist. I don't know if that's something you are into or not, but we are having try-outs and you should totally come down and try-out.
Me: Oh, okay. (A brief pause) So what kind of stuff do you guys do?
BAGELMAN: We take classic 80s/90s love songs and put a twist on them. Ya know, start out mellow and quiet and just end big and crazy. Ya, so if you are interested you should totally come down and try-out.
Me: Alright, I'll think about it. What's your band name?
BAGELMAN proceeded to ramble off the name of this band that I cannot remember for the life of me. I don't even think I would recognize it in writing. I signed the receipt and left with my bagel in hand, baffled by what just went down. Seriously? I just have to wonder what kind of vibe I'm putting out there. My everyday attire doesn't exactly scream grunge-rock-band-chick. But maybe it's all the hidden tattoos and piercings I have. Hey! How does he know about those?
"If this song doesn't stop I'm going to @#$&ing cry!"
I awkwardly smiled and said, "I know, right?"
As I walked up to get my bagel and pay, the following conversation took place:
BAGELMAN: Isn't this Bryan Adams or something?
Me: I think so.
Taking my debit card from me, BAGELMAN: So, do you sing?
Me: Umm, yeah, sometimes. Sure.
BAGELMAN: Well, I am in this local rock band and we are looking for a female vocalist. I don't know if that's something you are into or not, but we are having try-outs and you should totally come down and try-out.
Me: Oh, okay. (A brief pause) So what kind of stuff do you guys do?
BAGELMAN: We take classic 80s/90s love songs and put a twist on them. Ya know, start out mellow and quiet and just end big and crazy. Ya, so if you are interested you should totally come down and try-out.
Me: Alright, I'll think about it. What's your band name?
BAGELMAN proceeded to ramble off the name of this band that I cannot remember for the life of me. I don't even think I would recognize it in writing. I signed the receipt and left with my bagel in hand, baffled by what just went down. Seriously? I just have to wonder what kind of vibe I'm putting out there. My everyday attire doesn't exactly scream grunge-rock-band-chick. But maybe it's all the hidden tattoos and piercings I have. Hey! How does he know about those?
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