Thursday, March 13, 2008

Tuesdays/Wednesdays.

I was reading my livejournal from when I was about 19 the other day and I found it to be quite entertaining. I figured I would just do a post about what I have been up to.

sun-church.drums.laundry.becky.
mon-basketball.work.drums.cook.
tues-work.nap.vocal practice.open mic.pass out.
wed-record.
thu-work.drums.becky.
fri-work.show. or go out.
sat-sleep in. show. or stay in.

Tuesday, March 11, 2008

Check it.!

The Wolrd Race- Frodo!

http://www.g-rad.org/other/

-The Cast of Cats

Friday, March 7, 2008

Journal.

So I try to post on this as much as I can. I would really like to get a few posts before I start to tell people about The Denver Club. I have been sick for the past few weeks and I am now just starting to feel a little better. We recorded some music the other day and IK have to say it is so easy to get lost in a recording. When i was about 18 I started recording with my bandmate Brent and not until a few weeks ago did it feel as good as when we were just kids with a tape player. There is something so true and raw about talented kids making music together.

I was checking out SnowGhostMusic.com and reading some of their journals today and I actually enjoyed on so much that I posted a reply. They were talking about touring and how it is nothing like people think. I think there was something about a tour bus with a Dairy Queen Blizzard Machine. The truth is touring is hard and something it gets to the point where you just want to get home. But even a tour sleeping in the van is worth it for connecting with people who enjoy music. It's like living a dream sometimes. http://snowghostmusic.com/blog

One last rant- I am about sick of people. I don't know if it's the weather or what but people are just getting a little out of control. Working at a cafe it is amazing to watch the actions of some. I had this old guy come in the other day and ask for a chai. After making his drink he noticed that I had some extra that I was going to throw out. "What are you going to do with that?" he asked. I said, "Throw it out..." He then asked, "Why don't you just put it in another cup for me then..." I wanted to say, "Because you bought a medium you cheap fucker." but I just said, "I am sorry I can't, it wouldn't be right." The best part is that he acted pissed.

All and all I am ready for spring. I ususally don't worry too much about the cold, but I really would just like to see some sun, and some people out and about. Bring on Lake Michigan.

-Emo Bands

Thursday, February 28, 2008

24.

On Monday I came down with a horrible case of “The Mondays”. I think it then worked into a chest/head cold. I went home from work early and actually slept from Monday at 3pm to Tuesday at 3pm. I got to the point where I woke up and just had to walk around because I was so sick of being in bed.

I am really excited for the new Malkmus album to come out. I have been looking forward to it even though I know it will be saturated with guitar solos. "Hey Steve lay off the drugs, you have kid(s)." I read that Rolling Stone gave the album a 4 1/2 star rating. Now, I am a huge supporter of the Jicks but it is very clear that this album will be his worst yet. I mean, for the Malkmus fans out there, it's going to be a great spring with new tracks. I do doubt you will find them on burnable discs for his fans loved ones. I still have a feeling that Jenny and the Ess Dogg still has that wrapped.

February and it has not stopped snowing here in Michigan. I love it but my bones are starting to get restless. Call me fair weathered.

Signed,
out of rock salt.

Friday, February 22, 2008

they don't know nothing about my Soul.

I have been talking theology and downloading Boys II Men tracks today.

"Until the end of the road."

Thursday, February 21, 2008

too much too much.

Too much of something is usually not a good thing. Over my 24 years (almost 25) I have learn the simple fact that everything works in moderation. The one exception would be cinnamon gum. There is no amount that I can really enjoy when it comes to cinnamon flavor.

Last week I drank too much. I think I had two nights where I actually passed out. That’s not cool. I really try to keep it to a one-night max (joke). But really it has been nice to get back into the week and start sober and refreshed.

Sundays have a way of resetting my schedule. I try to make it to church every weekend not for the sake of it “making me better than others” but for the sake of a solid grounding for myself. Sundays give me order and bring me back to reality. I think about all my relationships with people, my goals, my expectations and I look forward.

I have been trying to not look back so much. I think it is good to reflect, but only for growth and not to dwell. Dwelling leads to harsh feelings. I am trying to drop all my hard feelings and change.

Having enemies only takes time and effort. Why would I waste my time avoiding people are talking about them when “I don’t even care”. “Not that I care but…” I seem to use that a lot and I need to stop. If I really didn’t care I wouldn’t bring it up.

War stubbornness.
War efforts to bring others down.
War not growing.

-John Salley
The Detroit Pistons

Currently listening:

Candy Lion

Monday, February 18, 2008

NBA Playoffs.

I have not caught more than a minute of NBA basketball for many reasons this year. 1- I think there is a problem with a lack of quaily and value (At one time they would wear suits to the game). 2- I only have to tune into the last minute of the game (it's getting to be like NASCAR, you watch for a few drunks, and to see who is going to really try in the end). 3- lack of time and ability to watch.

Either way I am going out on a limb with 32 games left and the trade deadline still open:

EAST-

1 Boston over 8 Atlanta
4 Washington over 5 Orlandp
2 Detroit over 7 Philly
3 Toronto over 6 Cleveland
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1 Boston over 4 Washington
2 Detroit over 3 Toronto
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2 Detroit over 1 Boston

WEST-

1 New Orleans over 8 Golden State
5 Suns over 4 Utah
2 Spurs over 7 Lakers
3 Dallas over 6 Houston
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5 Suns over 1 New Orleans
2 Spurs over 3 Dallas
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2 Spurs over 5 Suns

FINALS-

Detroit over Spurs

This is all based on a few numbers. I figured a formula factoring in PPG, PA, RBS, TO, and current ranking after 50 games.

1. Pistons
2. Boston
3. New Orleans
4. Spurs
5. Utah
6. Suns
7. Dallas
8. Golden State