A Funnny Finish

I was really happy that the Vancouver 2010 Olympics decided to go out with a laugh. Playing off their mishap in the opening ceremony, bringing in comedians for one of a kind speeches, and definitely the most laugh out loud...the giant inflatable beavers. I mean, who didn't crack up when they saw these huge furry creatures come out onto the ice? Proving that you're always good for a laugh, nice work Canada.

Valentine's Day

As my usual Valentine's date has moved across the country and abandoned me here, I went to go see Valentine's Day with my mom. This movie is being taken down by reviews, saying that the story lines are kind of buzz kills and don't have the happy endings that you would expect from this kind of movie. But to be honest, that is what I liked about it! The relationships, the jobs, the situations, everything was real. Things fell apart, there were main characters working in a mail room, it was just a very real movie showing how things actually happen. And you were still left feeling good at the end. Things I hate about the "chick-flicks" if you will is that they play up these situations that just never happen. In my mind they make girls think these magical guys exist and have these huge expectations that these normal and perfectly good guys can't live up to. I recommend this movie if you're a down-to-earth person who understands not all relationships are perfect, but still believe that they can work in strange ways. My one complaint: not enough Bradley Cooper. Ha ha!

USA vs Canada: Gold Medal Hockey

Even though my team came in second (and I lost $50), the gold medal hockey game between USA and Canada was probably one of the most exciting sporting events I have ever watched. Both teams played so well and the intensity level was at it's highest. Congrats to Canada for the gold, but also congrats to Ryan Miller, the hockey MVP of the Olympics. Well deserved.

A Video Hilarity

Tonight, I was flipping through the cable guide and seeing what was on and I noticed that "Hot Rod" was going to be on TV and immediately hit the record button due to my undying love for Andy Samberg (he is even one of my five celebrities I'm allowed to sleep with). Since it had been awhile since I had seen it the first time, I was excited to watch again. Now, I measure the quality of a funny movie by how often I laugh out loud depending on two factors: a) am I sober? and b) am I alone? So since both of those answers were "yes" this evening and I still am laughing out loud many, many times, this movie gets top scores for funny. The scene above caused me to cry from laughing so hard. If anyone else can dance like Kevin (the guy in the orange/yellow striped shirt) I may marry you. But remember, I'm still allowed to sleep with Andy Samberg should the opportunity arise.

Things I Don't Understand Thursday

Lights That Are Not Synced Up

Oh yeah. I'm driving along and driving along and driving along and...oh wait. No. I'm driving along for a block and *EEEER* brakes. Red light. So then I wait until it turns green and I go another block and *EEEER* brakes. Red light. Then AGAIN. Same thing. Seriously, why on earth can't they sync up the lights!? I mean, it's real convenient to stop every block right? And appreciate the scenery? Good for the environment, the brakes, the road rage. I just love yelling at things in my car. I bet you can just picture me..."Goddamnit!!! Why am I stopping again!?!? Stupid lights!!" Isn't this someone's job to actually figure these things out? Where are you guys? Fix this. Or I will find you. And make you stop walking every five feet. See how you like it.

Music Monday

The 2010 Sasquatch Festival line-up was announced recently and let me just say how pissed off I am that I am broke and can't afford tickets. So basically I will be playing radio contest games until I am awarded with them. Every single day is going to be good and features some of my favorites like Vampire Weekend, Band of Horses, MGMT and........THE NATIONAL!!!! I at least need to go on the Saturday to see them. Or I might die. Anyone up for a little trek out to the Gorge?? See the full line-up here!

Hiatus: I Hate Us

So clearly I've been missing for a week or so. Well you know, things happen. But I've been very, very busy sleeping in and sitting on the couch. I've been waiting to hear back from some jobs and haven't been away from my phone. Cause you know, if you don't answer when they call you back then they'll figure "oh, she can't answer her phone so obviously she can't handle this job." Being readily available is obviously a quality that people look for in their new hires. I went to the gym a couple times. That must be why I haven't been hired. Because they knew deep down I did something other than waiting for the phone to ring. I did something to take my mind off things. And they still didn't call. You know what?! I'm starting to think I didn't get this job...Even so. I now have time to wait for another one. What other activities can I do involving waiting around? Maybe knitting? Or watching really disappointing basketball like the Huskies played tonight. Or drinking. Which I also did tonight. Don't talk to me. I'm too depressed.

Music Monday

I can't believe I missed Music Monday last week! I'm slacking. So this week, you get two songs. I cannot say enough times how in love with Silversun Pickups I am. I cannot wait to see them live because I'm pretty sure it will be the greatest concert ever (and it doesn't help that they're opening for Muse). I posted earlier "Growing Old Is Getting Old" which is a great song, but here are a couple other favorites from their Swoon album.



"The Royal We" - Another completely powerful song that gives me goosebumps every time. Also a great song for the treadmill. Plus the line "That's when we fell in love but not the first time" really gets to me. Wow.



"Catch and Release" - This song is so sexy. I cannot think of a better word to describe it. It's slower than most of their songs and I always love a band who can slow things down from their loudness. Plus, again, the lyrics...mmm. They definitely remind me of things going on in my life and are super hot. This might be a good song to listen to while...well, you know.

Seriously, these guys are great. Just buy the whole album already.

I Was, I Am, I Want To Be

To please my little friend who writes Tales from Washington D.C. and is also a fellow sister, I'm going to participate in our old ADPi tradition of a fireside. However, I'm writing it a bit differently than her. She started with "I Am" but I feel like the past should come first!

I was...disappointed. In myself, in others, in life. Looking for a job takes so much out of people and you interview for things you think you deserve and realize there are millions of other that also deserve it. Or you're trying to solve a problem with a friend. Things just seem to not work out and it's hard to not think negative thoughts sometimes. However now...

I am...so nervous, excited, terrified and incredibly happy with things that are unraveling in my life. My relationships with people are better than ever. And things can only go up. I'm very lucky and sometimes have a hard time not smiling. I have been interviewing for a job I really want (and need) and am about to hear back soon. My stomach is in knots. I can't wait to hear because...

I want to be...employed. It would truly solve a lot. And it would be great! I am soooo ready. I deserve this.


Sisters, we should probably create more firesides for blog posts. Yes?

Quote of the Week

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(Doing a crossword)
Person 1: Is "shins" spelled with a C?
Person 2: Not unless it's your CHINS!!

Tennessee Creamsicles

Oh my. These warm-ups are hilarious. As I was watching basketball today, they showed a clip of Tennessee in the locker room during their pre-game chat and I saw these and pretty much cracked up. This is the best photo I could find, but in the locker room, they were definitely wearing striped shirts to match. Seriously, they look like creamsicles. I think they should consider changing their mascot. Especially because their mascot right now is the Volunteers. With these outfits, what can you volunteer for? The circus? I found out they are a homage to an old coach or something, but why? Was he striped too? Seriously, these are great. They give Oregon football jerseys a run for their money.

Things I Don't Understand Thursday

One-colored Outfits

Alright, I am a firm believer in matching outfits. And similar colors. But I don't understand one-colored outfits. At the blood bank a couple weeks ago, a woman was wearing a bright pink sweater and as she stands up, I notice her pants are, surprise!, the same color. Really? I don't even know where to find these things. Do they sell them together in stores or catalogs? I'm not sure. Why not just wear a unitard? I'm sorry. I just don't get it. Mix it up people.

Trivia Wednesday

Wednesdays have become trivia days, as a group of us head to Kangaroo & Kiwi. I've played trivia a few times before, but last night was legendary as our team took second place!! I was super excited about it especially because I actually played a big part in the win. We were missing our two sports guys, but I managed to pull out some answers in spite of their absence. Also, they had a couple questions on South America where I came in handy. It was an awesome night and can't wait to go back next week and take first!!

Celebrity Sighting

Ok, so not a celebrity, but almost as cool!! I was driving home from the airport today and a bald eagle swooped down and picked something off the side of the road!! I'd never seen one so close before. I usually only see them from a far far distance through binoculars or something. You never really see them so close to civilians, much less in traffic. I just thought this was so awesome.

Happy Signing Day!!!

Let's give a big welcome to all our new DAWGS!!! Welcome to the Pack!!

American Idol: Match Maker

I tuned in this evening to American Idol and perhaps found my soul mate. He enters the audition room and Simon prompts him to say something interesting about himself and he responds with "I love cheese." Yup. Pretty much written in the stars right there. Cause that's all love needs to be based on: CHEESE. Winner right there.

Groundhog Day

According to this little furry animal's weather forecast, six more weeks of winter are on tap. But I'm not so sure. It has been so nice in Seattle lately! I can actually see blue sky out of my window and sometimes I don't even need a coat. Since I kind of missed summer last year, I would be so psyched if it would come early this year! I mean, Punxsutawney Phil is cute and all, but also he's in Philly. We're over here. We need our own groundhog. How about Seattle Steve? I'm going to start working on that...

Music Monday

The Grammys are always full of fantastic performances, but this year I have to say my favorite was Green Day's performance of their song "21 Guns" featuring the cast of the new Broadway musical "American Idiot". I'm not even a huge fan of Green Day, but the whole combination of the chorus and band together was very moving. I would actually be interested in seeing the musical after that performance.

As far as the awards go, many won that deserved it. But I was so bummed that Silversun Pickups didn't win Best New Artist. I mean, obviously I'm biased because they have entered my top three favorite bands, but I really thought they deserved to take that one home. Especially since I hadn't even heard of the other band... I was also disappointed that The Lonely Island didn't take home Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for "I'm On A Boat", but the fact that it went to someone else was a little more understandable than the other category.