This amuses me.
Friday, July 28, 2006
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Busy, busy, busy
Right.
So I saw the Dresden Dolls last night, great show. I was completely prepared for Amanda Palmer to steal the show, but it was Brian who really impressed me. The man is simply an amazing percussionist. Their rendition of "War Pigs" literally left me with my mouth open. The whole set (which was unfortunately cut short) was great, but Backstabber and Girl Anachronism seemed particularly tight, with an honorable mention going to "Hit Me Baby, One More Time".
The headlining act was much less entertaining. Panic at The Disco is simply not my thing, to be quite honest. They appeared to be aping some of the style of bands like The Dresden Dolls or perhaps Rasputina, but where both of those groups succeed, Panic failed miserably. It seemed to be a prepackaged, teeny bop parody of the punk cabaret show I was looking for.
The Dresden Dolls ended up continuing the show at The Mission Theater, combining the event with Amanda's "Fuck The Back Row" project, but, alas, it was not to be. Laurel is not of legal age to attend, so we left the Expo, and I took her home. Had a good conversation with her on the drive, really enjoying getting to know her. Good soul, that one.
Talked to Dan and Suzy for a bit, then left for home.
Laurel sent me a copy of a story she's written. I enjoyed it quite a bit, although I'll save that for later. I will say she's quite talented.
That's all for now.
So I saw the Dresden Dolls last night, great show. I was completely prepared for Amanda Palmer to steal the show, but it was Brian who really impressed me. The man is simply an amazing percussionist. Their rendition of "War Pigs" literally left me with my mouth open. The whole set (which was unfortunately cut short) was great, but Backstabber and Girl Anachronism seemed particularly tight, with an honorable mention going to "Hit Me Baby, One More Time".
The headlining act was much less entertaining. Panic at The Disco is simply not my thing, to be quite honest. They appeared to be aping some of the style of bands like The Dresden Dolls or perhaps Rasputina, but where both of those groups succeed, Panic failed miserably. It seemed to be a prepackaged, teeny bop parody of the punk cabaret show I was looking for.
The Dresden Dolls ended up continuing the show at The Mission Theater, combining the event with Amanda's "Fuck The Back Row" project, but, alas, it was not to be. Laurel is not of legal age to attend, so we left the Expo, and I took her home. Had a good conversation with her on the drive, really enjoying getting to know her. Good soul, that one.
Talked to Dan and Suzy for a bit, then left for home.
Laurel sent me a copy of a story she's written. I enjoyed it quite a bit, although I'll save that for later. I will say she's quite talented.
That's all for now.
Sunday, July 23, 2006
Temperature and Pressure
Does it seem to you that everyone has been rather pissy lately?
I offer the following list of culprits.
First, the ME is heating up again quite badly (not the temperature, we'll get to that presently). Israel seems pretty intent on using Lebanon to make an example to the rest of its neighbors. Problem is, the rest of the world's not buying ('cept us, of course), although I don't think Israel gives a fuck how the rest of the world feels.
Bad juju.
Secondly, there's the cost of gasoline (which ties in rather nicely with the above). I'm getting a real bargain at $2.759 for regular, although I have to put premium in Lydia's tank, or she gets grouchy. So, I actually pay 2.959 per gallon, which is still .$10-$.17 cheaper than most of the city. I don't know how people can do this. I worked in the credit industry for several years, I know that many families are only a paycheck or two away from bankruptcy. So how long are people gonna be able to keep up with the price of gas having more than doubled in the last five years?
I mean look, I'm not that bad off, and I'm feeling quite a bit pinched at nearly $3.00 per gallon.
Thirdly, the temperature. It was 111° Fahrenheit here two days ago. Yesterday, it was 104°. In fucking Portland! People are just not being very civil, as a result. I have noticed that this irritability is also occurring in other areas of the U.S., which are also dealing with record temperatures.
Anyway that's all for now. I'll find something else to bitch about later
I offer the following list of culprits.
First, the ME is heating up again quite badly (not the temperature, we'll get to that presently). Israel seems pretty intent on using Lebanon to make an example to the rest of its neighbors. Problem is, the rest of the world's not buying ('cept us, of course), although I don't think Israel gives a fuck how the rest of the world feels.
Bad juju.
Secondly, there's the cost of gasoline (which ties in rather nicely with the above). I'm getting a real bargain at $2.759 for regular, although I have to put premium in Lydia's tank, or she gets grouchy. So, I actually pay 2.959 per gallon, which is still .$10-$.17 cheaper than most of the city. I don't know how people can do this. I worked in the credit industry for several years, I know that many families are only a paycheck or two away from bankruptcy. So how long are people gonna be able to keep up with the price of gas having more than doubled in the last five years?
I mean look, I'm not that bad off, and I'm feeling quite a bit pinched at nearly $3.00 per gallon.
Thirdly, the temperature. It was 111° Fahrenheit here two days ago. Yesterday, it was 104°. In fucking Portland! People are just not being very civil, as a result. I have noticed that this irritability is also occurring in other areas of the U.S., which are also dealing with record temperatures.
Anyway that's all for now. I'll find something else to bitch about later
Widening the corridors and adding more lanes.
So, I won't waste a lot of time being all weepy, but JG and JOSH left the show on Friday, and I am kinda bummed.
I am sure they will both do well, but I hafta wonder what the future holds for SEDER. Found a new cartoon that he is doing at least one voice for, and I've heard he has pilot in the works, but no details so far.
Anyway, no more MRR stuff for now.
I am sure they will both do well, but I hafta wonder what the future holds for SEDER. Found a new cartoon that he is doing at least one voice for, and I've heard he has pilot in the works, but no details so far.
Anyway, no more MRR stuff for now.
Tuesday, July 18, 2006
Quintus and Rissie
Yay!
Momma Cicero sent me pics of my brother and niece on his new bike!
Posting them now.
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