27Nov09

Well, because it is in fact Thanksgiving this week, and more specifically… it is Thanksgiving today, I thought it would only be fitting to make a special new segment called… Why I’m thankful (Thanksgiving special)…

There are so many things to be thankful for this year. It may be one of the first times in my life when I say, “I am blessed”, that I truly mean it, 100%. I’m trying not to take that for granted.

So… why am I so thankful?

-My friends. I have a support system most people only hear about in books, or see in movies… I’m not going to be naive and think that everyone has such an incredible network of people in their lives. I am so thankful for everyone I can call a friend in my life.

-My family. I have really cool parents who love me, and let me live at their house for free. And a sister who teaches me about hair accessories and vintage clothing.

-My boyfriend. He came into my life exactly when I needed it, and I am the better for it. We eat Chipotle together and window shop in Target, and a good majority of the time we laugh at with each other. I am truly blessed by that man.

-My church. I know everyone has church pride, but my church is an incredible place. I have grown up, and learned some of my most valuable lessons there. I subsequently found my passions there, and now have a place to utilize them.

——–Now for the things that don’t really matter, but… are fun nonetheless:

-My christmas Old Navy fleece pajama pants, I only get to wear them 4 weeks out of the year, and I hold those moments dear to my heart.

-Peets. I spend every Tuesday morning at Peets, doing homework, blogging, relaxing… it’s amazing… thank you Peets for existing, and keeping me awake so many days out of the week.

-Game nights make the world-go-round, I’m convinced.

-Candles that smell like Christmas, or Thanksgiving, or cinnamon, or pine trees… really anything that smells even the least bit festive.

-The uplift of my writer’s block, I can finally write songs for only me to hear (stage freight… maybe someday….)

-My iPhone, I don’t want to sound really materialistic or anything, but I’m going to level with you here… it has gotten me out of some serious predicaments, and has almost saved my life at least once or twice.

-Hulu.com, thanks for showing me that DVR isn’t necessary… free things ROCK.

-Chipotle chicken salads with Tabasco Chipotle sauce smothered all over… mmmmmm

-People who let me borrow their guitars, you don’t know how great you are, or how much you are appreciated… (I’m poor, and you’re keeping me from going in debt…thank you)

-Fiberoptic fountains: I’m staring at one outside the window at Peets, it’s mesmerizing… and awesome. (k…this one might be a stretch, I apologize)

-People who buy puppies, so I can play with them, without having to actually take care of them.

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Why I’m Smiling…

23Nov09

Alright, it’s time to get back on the blogging train. New name or no new name – the neglect I’ve shown this blog is definitely not excusable.

I’ve had a good few weeks, and to chronicle all those weeks is definitely more then one post worthy: but I’m going to do my best to sum up the best of the best.

Without further ado… this is why I’m smiling.

-As I mentioned in my teaser, I had the opportunity to go see Imogen Heap do what she does best at the Fillmore, live and in person. If you don’t know who she is, you should consider getting to know who she is, you won’t regret it. She also brought along British born @timexile and Arizona born @backtednted as well as Zoe Keating who plays a mean cello (also the reason I’m considering picking up the cello). To sum it up, it was an incredible show, shared with incredible people @nicoleandes and @mynameryhmes

Check out a video I took illegally at the show here.

-This week is Turkey week… there are a lot of strange traditions that come along with Thanksgiving, especially in the political world. Obama is scheduled to pardon a turkey on Wednesday, no big deal… presidents always do this. Now something not so normal: Sarah Palin’s turkey pardon/turkey massacre: you can’t help but laugh… pay close attention to the things happening behind her as she talks….

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The Name Game

16Nov09

Wow! I apologize for being m.i.a for two weeks, I could run through my list of excuses, but I don’t want to bore you with the intricate details of my life. If you know me, then you know I was probably doing homework or working; not much to tell there.

2 weeks ago I put up a poll, and 2 weeks ago, you guys delivered with overwhelming results. Okay, maybe they weren’t overwhelming, but they were definitely surprising.

It came down to two:

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