MapleTits Strikes! (again)

moving on to better things

2007-01-03T20:30:00.000-05:00

Good to the last drop

2006-09-14T10:26:00.000-04:00

I'm jaded. so if anyone gives a damn, please....let me know.

2006-09-08T23:42:00.000-04:00

Dear Chops

This is for you....

Wholy Fall.

2006-09-05T21:25:00.000-04:00

Summer has come and gone way too damn fast. I'm not ready for all this cold weather and rain and depression. I spent all winter anticipating summer. Then it came, bitch slapped me, and when I finally realized what it did, labor day gave me an atomic wedgie.

In order to get in touch with my happiness, I call upon the powers of yoga combined with the one-two punch of laughter. I present my yogi to help you all.

So look up at the clouds and laugh your hearts out kids. Just make sure not to choke on the big globs of acid rain.

washed away

2006-09-01T10:53:00.000-04:00

It's September 1st. I know I've disappeared since the end of July. Time just really slipped away. Summer has been washed down the drain, and I felt like I've done nothing.

I was going to summarize the rest of my summer through a photo montage, then I realized that I had really nothing. It's gone too fast. My "free" time was spent watching TV, working out, and doing freelance work. If I wasn't doing that, I was home falling asleep at 10pm on a Saturday night. Bored. Nothing to do. No parties. No free drinks. Just loosing my mind.

But, instead of giving you guys my two cents and a photo montage of my room ('cause I didn't leave), I waited ever so patiently for my new "baby" to arrive. My new lovely Mac Book Pro, maxed out with the most ram and memory it could possibly hold. This way I didn't have to update you guys during work hours. (it was getting harder while I was super busy) It arrived all shiny and new last week. It was hard saying goodbye to my old G3 ex-laptop. To think I once edited videos and created animations on that thing...and managed to fit most of them on zip disks!

Now it's pouring rain and instead of trying to catch up to summer, I have to let it go. I guess now it's a race for going out before the first snowflake hits the ground. It takes some motivation to pull me away from my brand new toy, but promises of good times could help.

To bring in fall, I figured I'll give you guys a soundtrack to work with. Instead of giving my opinion about these two albums, I'll let you guys be the judge. Both of these bands have done some stuff that I was impressed with, as well as songs that I thought weren't pushed far enough. Enjoy them anyway, and let me know what you guys think:

Rapture: Pieces Of The People We Love

+/-: Let's Build A Fire

2006-07-25T00:01:00.000-04:00

now I've seen too much

I found this video by accident last week. The most random things are on you tube. problem is, I can't get this song out of my head everytime I go use the potty. "Pee come out, poop come out". Then the ending...what is with that?

FINALLY! B'Day Pics

2006-07-19T22:14:00.000-04:00

After a hectic work week and Chops even more busy with his thangs...yes children, I have finally compiled all the photos I can from my birthday drunk fest. Let's all celebrate again as we roll down wino street.

I was too busy being a gracious hostess to take photos and to drink myself into a drunkville. Oh well. I'm just glad all that attended had a great time.

A moment of silence for my awesome necklace that Chops bought me last year for my bday. His little piece of Seattle slipped itself free during the night. maybe while I was the meat in a dancing beefcake sandwich (thanks boys!)

And yes. there were bitches there. There shouldn't have been complaints....you know who you are....

MapleTits 25th Birthday Excuse-to-Drink.

Big Up to Chops (who went mad with his new digi), PawPaw, and Moooo.
if anyone has others to add, let me know!

it's been too long.

2006-07-17T14:02:00.000-04:00

I know I've been away from here for a while. Things were crazy. Entertaining the CA boys, birthday week, work...I needed to breathe.
I promise I'll be back soon with some photos from the birthday thing. I'm still compiling everyone's photos since I didn't take many.
It was my bday.
I didn't have time to capture the debauchery.

Drink UP!

2006-06-26T10:27:00.000-04:00

Da Biz

2006-06-21T17:15:00.000-04:00

YES! For Your viewing pleasure, feast your eyes on Yo! Gabba Gabba.

Just a few questions

2006-06-20T11:22:00.000-04:00

Sexy? MILF?

Necessary?

Really? Was this honestly NOT a mistake?

Besides all that, I've got some pics from the Element Demo on Sunday. Check out the Element website too for more stuff....especially Chopper in all his glory.

oh please

2006-06-16T09:40:00.000-04:00

rich people do some damn foolishness with their money: Second Life

it's photo time.

2006-06-14T14:54:00.000-04:00

It's amazing. Since I ended my month long documentation, I've been slacking on shooting and posting. I call it laziness. No matter. I've got some things for you.

Autumn Bowl: 06.08.06
I accompanied the boys, finally, to the bowl to see what it was all about. It was late so the corridor was dark. Perfect spot to have a bloody scene in a horror flick, that's for sure. I must go back during the day and take photos of the crazy stairways. I decided to shoot film so I only have a few instant gratification pics. Once I develop them, I'll post them too.

Museum Mile: 06.13.06
Free Museums! It's sad that as an "artist" I haven't been to a museum in ages. I should keep up with what other people deem "high art". I met up with Xtina to try and get into the Guggenheim to see the Zahia Haddid show. If you don't know who she is, check out this site. The line was around the block at 7:30. Instead of feeling defeated, I did what I never do. I tried to talk my way in. Unlike other people (especially girls) I NEVER get to talk my way into anything. I don't get free drinks. I don't get out of tickets. I don't get squat. Why? I don't think I'm good at it. That and I always get hit on by some cheap schmuck that expects something in return. Xtina gave me the confidence, and what do you know, we bypassed the line and had a full 1.5 hours to explore. woo hoo.

2006-06-13T12:45:00.000-04:00

Scare the crap out of you tuesdays.

I was originally going to write about some Ads I've seen recently, but I'll save that for later.

You have to give it to the Japanese for coming up with some crazy shit. This video is no exception. See you all in the burning pits of hell!

you're not old....

2006-06-12T16:57:00.000-04:00

if you can hear this pitch.
For more info, read this article via ringtonia.com

yea...I'm on the bandwagon

2006-06-12T14:22:00.000-04:00

Everyone is blog-happy about Beruit. I was a skeptic at first. I thought it was going to be one of those "I'll-suck Sufjan-Stevens-off-if-I-ever-encounter-his-genius" things. I was going to be all into hearing this marvel of music, and then end up chucking the cd at the closest kid in black frame glasses.

This band, however, has not let me down. I've been listening to the cd non stop. I'm sure most of you reading this has heard the story of the kid behind this gypsy-folk album, but maybe you haven't heard it.

I suggest heading down to Other Music tonight (if you can get through the massive crowds) and hear them for free. Here's a sample:
Beirut: Gulag Orkestar

where was I?

2006-06-09T12:10:00.000-04:00

How did I miss this?

Happy devil's day!

2006-06-06T17:23:00.000-04:00

Speaking of a devlish good time, here's some photos from Friday. Bye bye Vivacious!

Wednesday, 05.31.06

2006-06-01T17:44:00.000-04:00

So, technically, this is my last day for documenting my month. It's been fun. Started off really strong, and ended quietly. I decided to take two photos that are all about growth. Why? Well, 'cause this whole month I would sit by my window and look at how fast the trees were blooming, and how fast my plants were growing. Hopefully by August I'll have some hearty Jalapenos!

I hope you enjoyed it. I think I might extend this documentation thing....hmmmm....

Tuesday, 05.30.06

2006-05-31T16:01:00.000-04:00

work work work work work work. snack. work work work. guilty snack. work work work work. 30 pushups, 60 situps, 60 squats. work work work. send.

memorial

2006-05-30T14:57:00.000-04:00

Friday, 05.26.06

Ran numerous errands including getting the phone I've had my eye on for so long. Thanks for giving me a reason to get it Verizon. you suck. Just a hop away was Shake Shack. Talk about getting lucky. Knowing that there was on and off showers, I didn't think the legendary line was going to be insane. The 30 minute wait for the burger was OH SO worth it. It's as close to In-and-Out I've tasted yet in this city. The cheese fries were even better.

Then off to X-Men. I say to go see it, but don't expect insane action or anything.

Saturday, 05.27.06

Trip out to Long Island for a backyard bbq. Cindy and Mayer's house made me want one of my own. Got to learn how to play beer pong and meet some southern people. Yes. everyone from Virginia says they're from DC. why be ashamed? embrace your southern-ness.

Hit up Billy Mark's West after the trip home. Got to meet Mark. Not a bad place. I always thought that place was going to be a little too dive-y even for me. Yummy Margaritas too!

Then to Niagara. Drank with the Element crew. I haven't touched this place in a long time. Of course we got there late, so after what felt like a short time, we closed out the bar. 3 minutes to closing time, however, some guy grabbed my arm to talk to me. I made light of the situation after spotting his Fred Perry. Of course I had to ask if he was a rude boy. We talked about the original nyc ska scene for five minutes before I ditched out of there.

Chops and I saw the sun rise over Maspeth. Lovely indeed.

Sunday, 05.28.06
My lame ass roomie bought these:

Now, I'm a carnivore. I love meat. (thanks for the smirk boys) But I don't touch baby bird fetus. Since I was a kid and found out what it was, I couldn't dare touch it. Now the idea of vegetarian eggs just made me think. So you won't eat the animal when it's fully grown, but you'll eat the placenta of sorts. come on now. It's like eating the leftovers of some chicks monthly cycle. I know. sorry for the graphics, but come on now!

Had a few more beers with the other half of the Element crew. what an interesting bunch...reminds me of THOSE people in high school....I think I was one of THOSE people.

Monday, 05.30.06

Crammed Memorial Day festivities into a matter of two hours. Made double buffalo burgers on the rooftop grill, with a side of garlic fries. SOOO delicious. Thanks Trader Joes! Headed to Ralph's afterwards to get ices, then off to the city. Went to meet the x-art school gals to see Art School Confidential at the Angelica, just to find out the movie times were changed. To kill time, I headed over to the Adidas store just to look at the forbidden Adicolors. Forbidden because they display some there that you can't buy at the store (i.e. the Huff Adicolors). Saw the Dark Horse. Not expecting them to have it, I asked for my size. Wholy crap, they did. Walked out of the store with a blue bag. Came to my senses. What drugs where they pumping into that store? I made a purchase my irrational mind dreamt about since eyeing these things last week, but my financial status said hell no to. Look at these puppies. I gotta take them back....I just have to.....if you love something, you gotta let it go.

Thursday, 05.25.06

2006-05-26T15:44:00.000-04:00

Hung out with the 'rents yesterday at the Heartland Brewery in South Street Seaport. Saw this chick doing god knows what. She had everyone baffled. Two guys next to me were constantly WTFing this "event". Earlier, I saw her doing some interpretive dance to some guy's guitar. Art has gotten WAY too weird for me.

Wednesday 05.24.06

2006-05-25T14:30:00.000-04:00

Summer in the City party for NY Press at BED. I stayed there for about 45 minutes. It's not that it sucked terribly, I just went all on my lonesome and had to catch the Da Vinci Code w/ Moo. that movie is another story all together.

I'm just glad I went when I did. Drinks were strong, food was frequent, and I managed to get a goodie bag. Pretty good stuff too. Some socks from BED, the first season of The 4400 on DVD (one of those lame plastic armbands accompanied this too), Louis Black CD of his performance at Carnegie Hall, a bottle of lube from Babeland, two tickets to some play about Bush and how much he sucks, and a few flyers of different events in the city. The crowd was your typical crowd that would pay $12 for a rum and coke, minus the kids like me only there to get fed and wasted for free. As I left, the crowd on its way in was exactly the kind I like to avoid: fashionistas.

Tuesday 05.23.06

2006-05-24T15:09:00.000-04:00

we won't speak of Monday, so I'll give you two for Tuesday.
I got lost in the Jungle that is lower Manhattan. I was trying to find the fitness club there and stumbled across this park. It's next to the World Financial Center. Beautiful view. I wish I had something like this to go hang out and eat my lunch during the week. Suits have it so good.

The glorious Weekend

2006-05-22T13:58:00.000-04:00

Friday, 05.19.06
APPLES! The 5th Ave. Apple store opening. What a spectacle! Why wait at the Soho store to check your email and buy nothing, when you can wait two hours in a line around two blocks to do they same? I want to know who won the 24 laptops they gave away. (how long did the fanfare last?)

Saturday, 05.20.06

Turned out to be a nice day indeed. Hung out at the NY Waterway building. There were three blue plastic lounge chairs set up. If it was a little warmer near the water, I could have stayed there all day. The sound of the wind (which was whipping that day) went through these metal pipes creating an angelic sound. I still don't know the purpose of these pipes, but it sure inspired me.

On the way back into the nitty gritty of the city, Chopper and I stumbled across what I dubbed the best street fair yet. Why? because of this:

Now if this doesn't turn you to make out with carrots and broccoli from now on, then you can join my team in wondering how delicious this must taste.

What a perfect start to what ended up becoming a crazy night. Medieval Times was awesome.

The whole lot of us (13 to be exact) went nuts for the blue knight, overpriced drinks, and the plate full of carnivore goodness. Here's some more photos.

Ended the night at Mixx lounge with Moo. nothing like crashing someone's Bday party that neither of us knew. After that, let's just say that I was glad I wasn't the one with the sword....

Sunday, 05.21.06

What schizo took over the weather? One minute is was sunny, the next it was raining. Despite that, I went to the ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Fair) at the Javits. I only had an hour to walk around by the time I got there, but I wish I had millions of dollars to build my house and fill it with 90% of what I saw. The Swarovski booth had this table filled with crystals. I wish I could have dumped them into my bag and roll around in them later.
I want this chair for my b'day....get ready for July lushes!

Thursday, 05.18.06

2006-05-19T12:30:00.000-04:00

Last night I went to Maripol's exhibit (finally!) at the Soho Grand. it was more like a party celebrating the show. So many people. Important people. I got to meet her best friend through an interesting introduction. I also have what is now known as the "champagne story". Here's some pics.

Go. Please. For Me.

2006-05-18T15:56:00.000-04:00

I don't usually post invites to other parties up here, but I figure I'd give it a shot. I really would love to go, especially since I would love to get my hands on a pair of these, but I'll be jousting that night. So go, drink up the free booze.

Wed. 05.17.06

2006-05-18T12:42:00.000-04:00

Worldwide Plaza. I cam so close to beating this bitch to the ground at the Bally's there yesterday. The argument came to that crucial point where words mean nothing. It's either you walk away or settle it by getting physical. I chose to walk away. I knew that I'd snap and give this girl a workout that she didn't expect to receive. Now, if it was outside the club, maybe I would have considered the latter of the choices.

wow...

2006-05-17T16:46:00.000-04:00

I encountered this photo in my research today. I wonder if I can use it like an inflatable castle and just jump on it all day....

Tuesday 05.16.06

2006-05-17T12:43:00.000-04:00

Did laundry last night. I know, it's not exciting, but it HAD to be done. Three weeks worth. I hate doing laundry. Especially the process of folding all those clothes.

TV sure sucked and it's going to get worse with the season ending. I kept myself occupied by making a new necklace. I hope it stays together since I couldn't solder the pieces together.

Monday, 05.16.06

2006-05-16T13:46:00.000-04:00

After a crazy weekend, I'm left with a quarter and a piece of lint.

makin' up for lost time

2006-05-15T15:15:00.000-04:00

The end of last week was nuts and I didn't get to post any photos of the day. I'll make it up now.

Wednesday Chopper had my digi. Nothing happened anyway. boo.

Thursday, 05.11.06

Took the day off to go to two doctors appointments. What I don't understand is why some doctors feel like they just don't give a shit. After waking up so early just to sit in waiting rooms all day, Chopper and I went to go hit some balls. Very therapeutic! Here's a few more pics.

Friday, 05.12.06

Woke up even earlier to go to Hyde Park to see CIA. That's where my lil' sis is heading to late fall. Intense program with a beautiful campus. The smell of food is constant and delicious! We went to one of the restaurants on campus that's the equivalent to a $$$ place in the city. Soooo delicious! mama had the duck, papa had the salmon, and sis and I had the steak (which was paired with a black and tan).

Saturday, 05.13.06
What a disaster. Woke up to head to the eye and ear infirmary to get a second opinion on my eyes. It's amazing how empty the city is at 6:30 am. Told me everything was fine just to rush me off to Lens Crafters. She told me everything was NOT fine, and FINALLY gave me the drops I needed to clear it up in 5 days. Spent the rest of the day nursing my oncoming cold and with my mom and sis. Mother's day brunch and a trip around Soho. Of course, waking up at the crack of ass, I forgot to bring the digi. oh well.

Sunday, 05.14.06

Cold is now taking over my body. Weak. Snotty. Yuck. Street Fair to help distract my brain from the emptying sound of my bank account. Thank you doctors.

05.09.06 THIS is the life

2006-05-10T12:33:00.000-04:00

$10. That's how much this delicious chunk of beef costs with a BK brew. Xtina and I needed some fuel to hold off that crazy state of drunkenness. Thanks to the Master List, we went to the Clinton Street Bakery. Swiss cheese and caramelized onions on a Black Angus Burger, topped with a Brioche bun and homemade potato chips. How can you go wrong?

Off to the Chivas tasting party. At first the Angel Orensanz Foundation building looked like a church. Upon entering, the walls were etched with Hebrew. Never gone into a temple, I marveled at the beautiful architecture. It was amazing. Then we got down to business. Drinks! Here's the photos of two hours of indulgence.

05.08.06 Midtown

2006-05-09T12:03:00.000-04:00

On my way to Gold's Gym, I pass by the Ed Sullivan Theatre. Of the four times I've been there, I've never seen the line up for the Dave Letterman Show. Yesterday I not only saw the line, I saw the building of this giant metal cage. Later I found out it was for one of those motorcycle acts.

Weeeeeekend photos

2006-05-08T11:11:00.000-04:00

It's Monday and my weekend was kinda really crazy that I didn't get to touch my computer. Therefore, I'm a few days late posting pics of the day. No worries. Here's the pics:

Friday: CINCO DE MAYO

Tribeca Film Fest. Went to go see American Cannibal. Great Movie. I hope it gets picked up. I don't get sucked up into reality tv anymore. At first it was novel, but come on. Unanimous is the most recent craptastic idea to be shot. Throw some people in a basement and make them all agree on who gets a mil. WTF? Throw a gun into the mix and see who's the first to kill everyone to get the mil. Anyone can come up with this stuff.

Next stop: Stout. What a better way to celebrate Mexican independence than drinking at an Irish pub? Here's a few photos.

Saturday: Aitken's Happening

Xina and I got in on a press pass since she was "shooting" for a mag. We had to sign release forms just to enter the building. It was a building that was, I guess, condemned and the city made everyone sign these forms just incase the building came down, got asbestos poisoning, ate the lead paint and died....I'm assuming anything and everything so they can't get sued. They had a strict capacity rule, so we had to wait for a little bit until people left se we could enter. Inside it was more people than art, hot bartenders that were supplied by some kind of catering company (like if it were some important exclusive industry event) with an open bar and music. I really liked the space and saw so much potential. Here's some pics.

Then off to Galapagos for the Methods Release party. On the way we pulled a cabbie who complained indecently. He didn't want to go to BK because he couldn't make money, people in this country were lazy, white people are taking over because minorities were too cheap, there should be no reason why if you live in this country for long enough that you don't own property. Then I find out he's been here for 10 years from Morocco. Where the fuck was his building?

Anyway, how random, but I was introduced to the guy from Methods the week before. Didn't realize it until I went there and saw the logo on the back of the Cool 'eh mag. (such a graphic hound I am) Ran into Creature too (who introduced me in the first place). Didn't get to see him perform, but got to see some other "MC" who "rapped" (if that's what you want to call it) about breaking guitars. Who the hell let this guy in?

Rounded out the night with the Element boys at a pub by Times Square. Thanks guys! The Chops and I encountered another cabbie from Africa who said that cabbies HAVE to take us to BK even if they bitch. We just take down their number and call up to complain. Too bad this is probably the most times I've taken a cab in one night, and I won't be taking any in the near future. Why spend $13 to get home when that's 2-4 drinks (depending where you go).

Sunday: West Village

B$@ went on an adventure with me to get new kicks on Saturday, but of course I found nothing. I can't help it. I don't like Nike but I like the insane color ways they have. Frustrated and broken, I ended up searching for a replacement pair of burgundy Convs. Nothing. I guess they just don't make them anymore? Oh well.

I never really walk around the west village. Interesting place. Lack of sneakers, but nice selection of puppies!

05.04.06 David Blaine

2006-05-05T09:54:00.000-04:00

After befriending Tom Cruise (because he had no friends and I felt bad for him) and him trying to save me in a tsunami, to killing a two inch fully detailed red ant all in a dream that morning, I decided to go visit Jesus. David Blaine. In college, wewatched his crazy stunts and decided to dub him as such. We didn't build churches or lit candles in his honor, but face it, if Christ isn't coming back anytime soon, we might as well be entertained by someone else doing crazy tricks.

His new thing about hanging out in a bubble full of water is just plain funny. I wonder if his fingers will become permanently wrinkly. It can't be too good for his skin either. I ventured to no-mans land (at least to me) to see him. I couldn't be there longer than 5 minutes. It was like a vigil for a dying man. There was a crunchy girl band playing right in front of his bubble, while people stood there just looking. Only a few people were snapping photos, but the vibe felt like kumbaya could break out at any moment. Too much like the Jesus thing we joked about back then and it freaked me out.

I left and made the rest of my red line trip to the west village. It's amazing how I never really explored the area. lots of cute little things. picked up a few magnolia goodies for the kids at Alt, then headed to Dirty Bird to go. Great idea of free range chicken and organic sides, but nothing more than a snack size portion if you ask me.

Enough about my culinary woes, here's some more Blaine photos:

wednesday's photo

2006-05-04T09:06:00.000-04:00

This was taken outside my office window. It was seriously like a siesta out there. One guy sleeping on top of bags of cement and this guy on scaffolding equipment. I was insipired. Instead of taking a nap though, I ended up spotting John Leguizamo trying to find a spot to lock up his bike. He ran away before I could grab my camera. Oh well.

Oh, and here's some pics from the Surface Mag party on Tuesday. They've really been getting sloppy with their parties.

05.02.06 Pic o' the day

2006-05-02T17:31:00.000-04:00

I had no idea what this was when I left the house this morning. Then I come to find out that it is a factory fire that houses the Autumn Bowl. How insane! That place got ransacked a few days ago just to have this happen.

May Day photos

2006-05-02T11:55:00.000-04:00

In order to see just what the hell I do everyday, I'm taking on a project of documenting my life for a month. I'm going to post at least one picture of something I did, somewhere I went, someone I met, etc.
Of course the first day had to be atypical.

I met up with Peabody, Chopper, and the CEO of Hazel Skateboards for a Biznasty meeting at Teddy's. I thought "great, this is a cool way to start off my month." They took advantage of the nice weather (and the lack of a 9-to-5) to go joy riding. 4 beers later, I met up with them to head back to the Maspeth. Took some photos along the way.

Then at the Maspeth, the Matthews bros decided to have a Texas BBQ on the roof. Man can those boys cook! Granted we didn't eat 'till midnight, but it was good times. Lots of beer and meat. Just the way I like it. Check out the photos.

For your Friday entertainment

2006-04-28T12:29:00.000-04:00

This site has killed most of my day today. So funny!

TV in Japan

you've GOT to be kidding.

2006-04-24T09:59:00.000-04:00

Another example that our country is full of stupid people.

Phriday Photos

2006-04-21T11:27:00.000-04:00

Making this quick today...

Here's some photos from the Res Mag release party.
Here's some photos of the Blue Owl where Xtina and I had some free Gin. Nothing really exciting.

I hope this weekend doesn't suck. With the rain coming, it's going to add salt into an already open wound.

ah...the good ol' days

2006-04-18T09:18:00.000-04:00

Get this video and more at MySpace.com

2006-04-14T16:38:00.000-04:00

big things in the works for July kids....stay tuned!

what is this world coming to?

2006-04-13T15:46:00.000-04:00

oh the vapors!

2006-04-12T14:20:00.000-04:00

Last night was the Stereo/Vapors party. Jason Lee was MIA (as I expected him to be)and the crowd sucked. It was way packed and full of weird kids. Not the crowd I was expecting at all. Fashionistas and Bape-fiends. I guess you can say that I wasn't even excited enough to shoot. The highlight (besides the video that I've seen x-illion times) of the night was when Truth and Soul played. Tight band. Dubbing themselves "Puerto Rican Funk", they were the perfect background music to the convo about Real Dolls that Xtina, Moo and I were having. Here are the few shots I took.

It's hell all right...

2006-04-11T09:56:00.000-04:00

indie kids have done too much drugs.

How do I know?

Well, I remember when pitchfork was the end all on what albums were essential. You wanted to know what was good and they'd recommend the Buttkisser Trio or some crap. Well no more.

I took it upon myself to "obtain" albums of bands I've never heard of before to see if they could be the "next big thing". I guess kinda doing one of my life long dreams. I've only recently FINALLY finished listening to all those albums to date, and of course there are tons more that pop up each day, but I decided to put the cap on it and look to pitchfork for their reviews.

Alas, some albums that I have reviewed over the last few months were not on pitchfork's radar. I would like to say that it was for the best that they stay that way. Of the albums that were reviewed, a few of my ratings matched the pitchfork staff, but one album in particular SHOCKED me. The freakin' Liars album nabbed a 9! A 9! This album sounded like the Gregorian Monks got their hands on a Ween CD and a foley sample CD and decided to make an album while falling down the stairs of the temple. This convoluted piece of crap proves to me why bands like Man Man and Gil Mantera's Party Dream are drawing such big crowds. Obviously people like to feel their ears bleed.

Now I do say that I also don't get why Sufjan Stevens is getting God status. He held the top spot for a lot of people's top 10 list of 2005. Why? I don't know. Illinoise wasn't genius. I think it was alright, but come on now.

So, I'll keep on my musical journey and ignore what the kids are raving about. That's fine. More booty house for me suckers!

oh peter

2006-04-05T15:08:00.000-04:00

this is the one thing that has made me laugh this week.
enjoy family guy fans

oh and futurama fans, it's not true. it's not coming back to fox, but some unreleased stuff will be on a new DVD!

I'm now addicted to white lines

2006-04-04T09:31:00.000-04:00

Sadly, I don't have any photos to accompany this post. I'm sad about that, but I think it's for the best.

Snarky, Xtina and I headed for the mountain last week for an adventure. Waking up as the bars were just winding down was not ideal, but we did get to see drunk make out sessions at Union Square, and lots of people just trying to remember that it's one foot in front of the other. Pure comedy.

Three lost souls at this place. This was an absolute first for me and Xtina. Skiing was never a family destination for me anyways. FOB my parents didn't know. Hell, the only mountain we touched was during the summer for picnics...and three summers ago was our first family outing to a beach since I was 3 going to Coney Island!

Still, it's about time I learn. I needed to learn how to snowboard.

At first, I got that same feeling I do when I ride roller coasters. Fear. For some reason I don't just fear falling, but I fear falling and my head bouncing off the floor causing my untimely death. I know, but I get it from my dad who, on a plane back from Barbados 4 years ago, told me how when he gets on a plane, he thinks about what if the plane catches fire; that he's afraid of burning alive because that HAS to be the worst way to die. Thanks for the genes dad. I guess they finally fit.

Overcoming the fear and realizing that it just felt natural, I got the basic movement. It was stopping before reaching the slush and mud that encompassed us on this 60 degree day that was the problem. Several slams to my left butt cheek later, I found that it was easier to make turns and stop heel side. I got low to the ground and dug my heels into the ice and I stopped. Holy victory! I wanted to get faster. Screw trying to carve, I wanted to fly! But, this was my first day and the bunny slope was more a newborn with the lack of snow. My biggest problem the whole day was just starting. With a rainfall that drove us in for an early lunch, the ice was slicker, and it was a lot harder to slam my foot to lock the bindings. I just kept sliding. It was amazingly frustrating. We all felt defeated. We were at different levels struggling with different problems. Snarky couldn't stop without falling, Xtina's starting form looked more like Kelly Slater, and I couldn't even get into my bindings.

Then, our instructor helped give us a nice kick to our collective ass. He made me try turning and stopping toeside, made Xtina freeze in a squat down the hill and tried to make snarky overcome her fear getting lower to stop. After numerous falls on my poor knees (and no, I don't spend enough time on them as is...smart asses) I did get it twice. I was getting better and better after every frustrating run, and then I realized that I didn't want to stop. I wanted to keep going. This was new for me. I had ADD towards activities I don't get off the bat. Guitar playing, bowling, you name it. But this was different. I was constantly improving and having so much fun. We decided to all end strong and go in for a quick pint before getting on that bus.

It's a crazy expensive activity to do enough to really get good at. I know it's not like I can just get up and decide to go do it, but I would love to go do it more next season. Hopefully it's like riding a bike and I won't forget everything by next October!

My LOL for the day

2006-03-27T09:14:00.000-05:00

...or my "beware of" for the day.

I logged into my work comp today (which has been giving me numerous amounts of email telling me how to achieve a long lasting erection) and I got this email from Chase bank. I knew right off the bat this thing was fake because I've never had a Chase account my entire life. It looked all official which is how I can see newly computer savvy grandmas get duped into thinking this is real. Here's what it looked like.
I laughed to myself and said let me just see how the hell these people manage to steal identities.

Armed with a fake account number and social, I clicked on the link. Once again, the page I was directed to looked official enough, but the disconnect was instead of security information, I came upon a survey rating Chase's service. "Nothing new" I thought since banks do ask this from time to time. One dead giveaway was the URL. This page was made as a sub folder to a main website that, of course, was forbidden. The funny thing is that I could completely bypass this survey to get to the "important" info.

The next screen tried to convince me this was a "secure" connection. That's great and all, but we're missing the cute little lock icon that appears in the bottom bar of the browser. I had to enter account type, account number, credit/debit card number, three digit "security" number and social security number; not even my name! Another flag went up when my made up credit card number didn't have an issue. I would assume that a Chase website would recognize that the four digits that indicate if it is a chase card were missing.

Then the kicker came when the next screen came up. I was asked for my four digit pin number for my card! Now unless you've been living in a cave in Siberia, everyone knows about identity theft. Who the hell would give this piece of info up? Who the hell would give ANY of this up? I typed in another fake number and was told my "reward" for answering the survey will be credited to my account.

It was funny to me how stupid someone can be if they did fill this out with all their info. I say they freakin' deserve it.

black people are funny

2006-03-24T14:34:00.000-05:00

courtesy of the Bean, this is hilarious: Spirit of the Irish in Alabama

Then Vivacious solved the case and sent an email to the television station. She sent this email with a pic attached:

Dear NBC News Team,

I am afraid that I was unclear in my last email, which is the
forwarded message below. I would hate for my initial message to not
fully represent the investigation that was conducted in the search of
the true Crighton Leprechaun. Just who was this character of the
night? Now the truth can be revealed. I am supplying your news team
with everything it needs to move forward in this operation (see
attached lo-res jpeg). This evidence is ready for public display on
screen. Please contact me, or my PR team (cassidy.alexander@gmail.com)
for a hi-res version to print in the local (maybe even international?)
papers.

The hysteria can end once the truth is out. As you can see, the
similarities in the sketch are an uncanny match to that of the
authentic photograph of the Crighton Leprechaun. Face shape wouldn't
even measure on a scale, its that good. The eyes which were once so
peculiar when introduced to us in the sketch now seem to make perfect
sense. And the Crighton Leprechaun's location of a tree makes us shout
a resounding, "YES!" after viewing the authentic photograph.
Leprechauns don't live in trees on a normal basis. But now, we see why
one might think they do.

If you need more information or evidence, even DNA, contact me.

- C C
Official Crighton Leprechaun Truth Enforcer, President
Brooklyn, NY
Look here for the pic.

She got a song made about it and a tshirt link from the news station.

Happy Friday!

Yes....Yes...

2006-03-22T20:15:00.000-05:00

I have been running around like a chicken with her head cut off. One thing after another. Never fear, I've got some stuff for you.

No pics to show you kids from last night's mag party. I slacked 'cause there was a tremendous LACK of variety to shoot. Therefore it wasn't much fun to shoot. Thug after thug after thug wearing grand ma moo-mooooos. Somewhere a granny is shivering naked. All I have to say is as much as I make fun of the little Bedford brats, I'd rather go to their cheap ass events than a makin'-money-all-women-are-hoes club. I dedicate this song to you from a band with (what I think) is one of the best indie band names to date:
Say Hi to Your Mom: Pop Music of the Future

Also in my universe, I braved the line and headed into Trader Joe's. I'm so glad we finally got one in the city. The only thing that helped me not gain the freshman 15 were the cheap salads and awesome frozen food from that place. I've never seen the shelves so empty but I somehow managed to get everything but one item that I wanted. So for all of you who thinks you can't eat well cheaply, go down a block from the monster Whole Foods and leave their $4 heads of lettuce behind!

I know all of you have seen the Nat Port rap vid. Not diggin' the hair cut tho. I hope V was worth it, but from what I hear it doesn't even get near the book.

BUT, have you seen The IT Crowd? I'm so pissed there's only 6 episodes. I just hope they don't try and take this show and make a crappy American version of it.

Instead of ranting about shit like I always do like why I'd like to sue the MTA for emotional and physical damages from riding the L train, or why I'm going Amish because at least that's the only thing that's still hardcore and original, I'm going to leave you guys with a little something fun: Live Simpsons

oh and one more thing.

2006-03-22T20:11:00.000-05:00

I know you kids have seen it, but for those who haven't:
Genius!

You guys HAVE to read this

2006-03-13T12:49:00.000-05:00

I don't know why I still get applications for credit cards. My credit is insane with school loans and two WAY overdrawn credit cards since freshman year that I'll never pay off. So when I get these apps that I know they'll laugh when they stamp denied on, I tear them into tiny pieces and throw them out. Well, now I'm scared.
Check this article out:
the torn up credit card applicationhttp://www.blogger.com/img/gl.link.gif

Beat It!

2006-03-10T14:21:00.000-05:00

As promised, here are my photos from last Friday. Good ol' booty shakin' time at the new home of MisShapes: Don Hills. The crowd was interesting to say the least. B&T crowd mixed with fashionistas and boys who looked like they watched a little too much America's Top Model and modern dance.
Enjoy!

Appy Polly Loggies

2006-03-09T09:44:00.000-05:00

I know it's been FOREVER since I posted. I've been so busy with getting this Mag done on time and gaining new (and old) music, that I haven't had time to post anything new. booo....BUT, I promise that I'm going to post some new stuff in the very near future, so stay tuned!

So you wanna be a DJ?

2006-02-27T13:40:00.000-05:00

It's been a long time since the Chops dJ'd anywhere. He made his comeback in a mall. Yes. A mall. A mall 45 minutes outside of Manhattan in a place that was totally out of place. Opus music theater and restaurant held an unassuming theater and bar behind what looks like a music store.

The concept was kinda weird, but if this back space was transplanted to midtown, it would be huge! Nice bar, open dancing space (if they ditched some tables) and good food. So, in hopes to bring people in, they brought in a NYC DJ. Too bad it sucked.

Jukebox is what I'm calling DJs who spin lame spaces/parties. Instead of going with what the DJ chooses to spin, people request songs. They hired an Old Skool DJ to play a mall crowd.

So, enter modern technology. Thanks to the ipod and headphone adapters, anyone can dj anywhere. Set an iTunes playlist and you too can DJ. So when Paco runs to Radio Shack as the gates were closing to buy that adapter, you can't question the man's love for some Reggaeton and you have to let him play it.

Through this, we found that kids today have no idea who EPMD or Rakim is and don't care. At least one thing I can say about my generation is that we liked the stuff that was on the radio...mostly cause it was good....but we know where the influence came from. We listen to what created what we love.

But enough ranting. Here's some photos.

I love sweet thangs

2006-02-27T12:35:00.000-05:00

The gals and I hit up the Johnny Cupcakes/Beautiful Decay party about 2 weeks ago (already?). Interesting to say the least. The crowd was just as I expected. The hip hop crew that Beautiful Decay brings, the usual B&T girls and boys that were confused on why there were other people hovering the bar at their precious Libation, and the mass of hipsters coming out the say we love you to Johnny while still wearing their UO tshirts.
The list of Bacardi cocktails sucked, so I got away with my Bacardi O and Grapefruit. Grabbed a catalog. Not that impressed with some of the work though including the panda shirt everyone is so gaga over. Although I like the idea of a cupcake party. Here's a few pics.

Lobster Tails (bro!)

2006-02-22T09:25:00.000-05:00

I don't know if you guys have seen this yet, but I want to adopt this kid.

GO GINO!

snew

2006-02-14T14:39:00.000-05:00

All you westies out there are sooo lucky. Here's my hell.

Happy VD day!

2006-02-14T13:15:00.000-05:00

To all my kids that don't have a date today, here's a card for you to use.
Love you! Look here for Blizzard photos. Most taken from the comfort of my apartment.

UPDATE

2006-02-08T11:05:00.000-05:00

Yesterday I posted one of the 12 cartoons that were printed in the Danish newspaper. Here's a link to all 12. via Michelle Malkin's site

and this morning the NY Press staff walks out because the publisher of the paper refused to print the cartoons. How funny is that. A paper known for pushing free speech has come across bright red tape...what a democracy we live in....

So is the stereotype true?

2006-02-07T14:18:00.000-05:00

Everyone who knows me knows that I'm not only the least politically correct person, but also the biggest advocate of racial harmony. This cartoon has sparked nothing but absolute violence! Yea, it's blasphemy, but so is showing God in a Simpson cartoon hanging out with Buddha, right? That whole "No other God but me" belief that deep southern Christians believe in? What if we saw a cartoon depicting Georgie Bush hanging out with God in the deserts of Iraq blowing up towns because God told him to do it. Isn't that the same thing? Are we going to throw a hissy fit? So I ask, how sensitive can we be when we show political cartoons? Isn't the point to be extreme? Come on, it's a cartoon! I'm not about to go bomb Walt Disney's grave for depicting black people as buffoons. Get past it. Move on. Leave the Danes alone. Lord knows they don't get out much.

All I want for Xmas...

2006-02-03T15:06:00.000-05:00

Get your piggy banks out! The man with the Golden Grill is offering you, the general hip hop/crunkalicious public to get your own custom made blingin' grill. That's right folks. You too can look just as tacky and make even worse hip hop....rap...crunk...whatever! The sky's the limit! Attract Hood Rats! Show that you CAN emit radio transmitions from Russia just by opening your mouth! Want more info? check out the website. Get the grill that screams out to the ladies "It's one item off the $1 menu tonight, 'cause girl I have to pay the dentist bill."

REVOLT!

2006-01-31T22:41:00.000-05:00

As much as I'd like to just rant on the girl I saw at the gym today (who the fuck wears a velour track suit with Pocahontas-furry-shoes to work out in?), in the interest of randomness, I thought I'd share a story and how it relates to today.
Back in 2doublotree, BMaul (before he was so-called) and I were taking in much of SF as possible before we had to return to our mega-metropolis suburban meccas. We hit City Lights to give a round of snaps to the Beats when I saw Youth in Revolt by C.D. Payne.
As a budding designer I was intrigued by the cover and walked to the counter. As a kid forced to sell her entire collection of Harry Potter and a few design books in order to fund the $1000+ bill from UPS to send her 4 years worth of shit home just earlier that day(breath), I had to return it to the shelves.
Now that the Yoda quest was over (thank you Phoenix. Too bad that's all you were good for...oh yea and thanks for the cold too. I thought it wasn't supposed to rain in the desert!) I spent most of the summer trying to remember what the hell the book was called. After dozens of amazon.com searches later, I found it.
I wasn't disappointed. It was off the wall and kept me laughing during my long commute from the city back to Jerz. I totally recommend it.
I didn't realize that anyone else really ever read it either until I cut off some kid today getting onto the L on my way home. Poor kid didn't see me steal his seat 'cause he had his head buried in the book. Someone else has discovered this little hidden gem. Much better than the Heroin freak next to me reading the dictionary. I admit it. I did that when I was 10. I got to "advantage" before I realized that ironically, I was more stupid for trying.
Now I'm looking for my next conquest. any recommends?

Let's revisit

2006-01-30T14:23:00.000-05:00

I promised I'd have something new for you guys to look at today. I was going about the police state this city is becoming, but why not just share some fun times from the last party of 2005.

Hey Bro...it's the weekend!

2006-01-27T21:34:00.000-05:00

I've been pulling something together to show you guys next week. I kinda didn't get a chance to put it up for a while, so I figured I'd wait until exactly a month after it happened to debut it.

Meanwhile, the Moo! sent me this website. It is soooo bro-alicious! I can't wait to see them at the Jer-z shore this year. ahhhh, high school. I remember by my senior year these guys bleached their hair to look like Eminem.

Have fun this weekend kids. Since I can't leave Brooklyn (again) I might check out the Idiotarod. Especially since it's supposed to be warmer tomorrow.

oh, and for the boys out there, the alt group has a question for you: so, when do you get unexpected boners?

UPDATE!

2006-01-23T23:59:00.000-05:00

I guess the next step to selling my soul to the Big Apple is to finally upgrade and by a new laptop when the Mac Pro comes out in Feb. Apparently my new ipod (the "genius" at the bar told me my only option is to get 10% off a brand new ipod with the Apple ipod "recycling" program. I guess the little folder meant "I-have-been-made-to-last-less-than-two-years!") needs USB 2.0. Therefore, I had to BUY a new charger (my old ipod came with that AND a remote!) and the two G3s in my house don't have USB 2.0. "That's when Apple was pushing Firewire, so they lagged on updating the USBs until the G4". Thanks Apple guy. Another guy made it pretty clear almost three years ago (ironically when I was trying to update my poor G3 (then) laptop to OSX so it would recognize my old ipod) that he's never heard anyone trying to renew their Apple Care after the 3 years 'cause "people usually buy new computers every three years." Thanks for making me feel poor dipshit, but it took me three years to pay off this thing and I expect to reap all the benefits WAY after that. Well, good thing I got this computer three months before they unleashed the G4 titanium huh? bastards.

So it looks like I'll be raping the music industry solely by downloading free albums at work where I have a G5. Believe me kids, it's not that spectacular.

FUCK APPLE.

2006-01-23T09:28:00.000-05:00

I'm about to scream right now. I think my ipod is officially dead. I'm going to have to skip going to the gym today to go to the fuckin' apple store and wait ten hours for some kid to tell me that it'll cost me MORE money to fix my current ipod, than it does to by a nice, shiny NEW video ipod. Meanwhile, my crappy computer at home needs to be replaced a lot sooner than my freakin' ipod. Fuck technology. I'm moving to Amish country.

woah.....29!

2006-01-17T20:48:00.000-05:00

So I broke my vow of sobriety as a mini bday gift to my crazy (better?) half. Let me tell you, I didn't drink that much, but after not drinking for a while my tolerance was low. Rest assured the chops had a blast. I've got some highlights from the night for you kids here. L.O.V.E.

Hello Manhattan.

2006-01-17T17:17:00.000-05:00

This song is my anthem right now:
Beat Radio-Treetops

A moment of silence....

2006-01-10T20:54:00.000-05:00

I can't believe it's gone.

is Mexican the answer?

2006-01-09T20:23:00.000-05:00

In attempts to draw money back into the place, Luke and Leroy is having one of the best offers to date. Taco Tuesdays. Free entry, $10 pitchers of Margaritas ($3 for singles), and $1 Tacos. 7pm-10pm. Whoolee Crap. Now I'm conflicted. Its beloved MisShapes headed for bigger ground at Don Hills and this place has been hurting ever since. Hell, this place is always hurting. The reason I'm conflicted is, well, I don't care for the space very much nor do I care for the crappy DJs who seem to spin there. We could only hope whoever spins here on out has better taste in music and even better skills.

If this thing doesn't die in the near future, I'll make sure to catch it after my stint with sobriety (which is going ok, thanks for asking).

Friday?

2006-01-05T21:47:00.000-05:00

So, I promised stuff for Friday. Not much going on that I'd bother going to, so I won't bore you with all the misses. I'll keep my promise, but I'm not promising anything for the weekend. Well, there is always the relocated Panty Party (which I got into big trouble the first time I went so it's a no-no for me). I'm stuck in BK regardless of my sobriety so there's not much help I'll be. So, sorry girlie, I won't be making it to the Giants private party on Sat. I'm sure they'll have enough pigskin to toss around....

One future event that I'm telling you kids about now is on Jan. 12, Tapes n' Tapes is playing a show with Group Sounds and Sam Champion. What a list!!!!! Rothko @ 8pm for $10. I wanna go...who wants to join?

Friday:

Sweatshop Labor is having a party at Happy Ending. Overrated place, but you know these kids by their annoying stencils all over the East Village and beyond. Open Bacardi bar at 9.

Aurelio Valle is DJing at Corner billiards. I've always meant to go see him, but I'm still pissed about the new Calla album, so it wouldn't be a good idea.

Actually...screw it. this week sucks. sober up rummy!

It's about time David

2006-01-04T20:27:00.000-05:00

He, like every freakin' celebrity out there acted like they were behind the president when the war started. I refused to watch any late night show, even Conan (why, Conan, why?), due to their embarrassment of a monologue.

Then the hype died down and things returned to normal. The general public said "oh shit, what have we done bringing this jackass back into the white house" and late night hosts started making fun of the lack of WMDs. That was when I returned to staying up later than my bedtime to catch the latest in-studio performance by some crappy band on mainstream radio (except on Conan who likes to throw a few indie kids in the act).

Last night I did manage to sleep early and missed David Letterman. When I woke up, the hot spot on everyone's blog was his interview with O'Reilly. I am so freakin' impressed. He pulled some serious John Stewart during this interview. So, for all of you kids without a TV, via onegoodmovie, here's the interview.

Geez....2006.....

2006-01-04T12:38:00.000-05:00

Day 4. It's interesting that when you consciously try not to drink, how much you think about it. In the past four days I've caught myself wanting to stock up on new microbrews I found at Whole Foods, to try an exported version of Cockspur (can you believe it???? in the states!), and checking out what open bars there are this week. It's part of my routine. I can't help it. Not to mention we just got the latest addition to my apartment–a nice cherry wood bar. Humph. Now I find out that there's a possible party at in two weeks that I have to go to. That will be the true test if I can get away without drinking until the After Party on Feb. 24th. Well, since I can't enjoy, go out into the world and experience them for me.

Thursday:
First Thursday is tomorrow.
Girlies: Thursday night, enjoy a girls only open bar for Voodoo Rock
Soulpusher + Ian Cogneato @ Delancey

I'll get back at you guys tomorrow with Friday's events....Enjoy! Pour one out for me!

ah...laziness....

2005-12-28T13:16:00.000-05:00

Having a week off from work means never having to get my ass off the couch during a free preview week(end) of Skinamax. So, yea, I haven't done much at all. not even updating this.

But, I've peeled myself off the futon to let the world know that I have seen the infamous cock of Vincent Gallo. No, I did not buy the million dollar sperm off the web, but I did watch The Brown Bunny. Like most people who saw it outside of Cannes, I wanted to see what the hype was about. Let me tell you even as a straight gal I can appreciate the art of a good oral "examination", but after wanting to fast forward an hour and a half of bad editing and cropped shots, I couldn't care less about "the scene". I thought the plot was ok and could have went somewhere in some other writer's hands, but that took some analyzation on my part to even begin to understand what the point was. To tell you the truth, the "scene" wasn't even that good. I've seen better blows at a Tyson fight! You'd think the indie queen sucked enough in her lifetime to pull this one off. TouchÃ© ChloÃ«.

Day 2

2005-12-21T22:03:00.000-05:00

Got a lucky ride from a couple from Guyana. Go West Indies! Nice guy drove me and Vivacious all the way to 28th and 7th from 71st and the FDR. got to work at 9:30 but I had to sacrifice sleep.

My way home was another thing. No ride and no money I had to make the 5 mile trek. It was a 2 hour ordeal. Frozen toes and all I crossed the Billyburg bridge. Of course my camera had no life in it. I used up the battery at the office party and was too lazy to charge it. I'll try and pull off what little pics I did get later. At the end of the bridge there was the Red Cross like an oasis in the Sahara. Offering Hot Coffee, Chocolate and Tea it was like a godsend. I was parched and tired. I could only imagine if I was really out of shape. Those poor people crossing the BK bridge this morning with a McGriddle and grease-filled hash brown in hand, must have had a hellava time getting to work this morning. But who am I to judge....

After pouring down the surprisingly tasty java, I caught my second wind home. Funny enough I was starting to think about how many places I passed that I always wanted to go to. There are some really small boutiques in the burg. How the fuck do they even get the money to stay open? Who the hell will go all the way to Hope and Grand by the BQE entrance to buy a $100 t-shirt? Why don't I have a place for the Not So Standard goods? Oh yea. I remember now. I don't have a rich daddy. Next life maybe.

Then to take the cake I saw some kid riding a Segway in his T.A.Ps and BK industries messenger bag. Ooooooo how I was pissed my camera crapped out! This was something everyone needed to see. ho-lee-CRAP!

So, I'll see what I got for you kids. This better be over soon....I need some sleep.

so cute.

2005-12-21T14:07:00.000-05:00

Touche Video Ipod owners

2005-12-20T20:28:00.000-05:00

you might have kept cool walking to work watching The Office on your ipod, but I can perfect the dialogue from A Clockwork Orange (finally!)

If you haven't discovered this gem yet, PLEASE check it out before the FCC gets to it. I present listen to a movie.

fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuux

2005-12-20T20:01:00.000-05:00

So, it's my duty as a blogger to give my opinion on this frekin' craptastic day.

First of all, I don't sympathise with these fuck-heads. strong words I know, but when you've had a shitty experience with these workers, you become jaded. They don't need to make any more money. they already make too damn much. I could only imagine if GD's were in a union. I'd have regular eye doctor visits, two hour breaks, roll into work about 10, telecommute at LEAST two days a week, and get $50 grand a year (+ depending on what school you went to). But that dream must live in my head, 'cause your humble narrator had to find her big ass across the billyburg bridge into midtown today.

After walking down a little past the Graham stop, to roomie and I lucked out and found a cab that was looking for more people to haul. After the checkpoint it was a breeze. Then he stopped. $10 to get my ass from Manhattan Ave. to the LES. I then had to hike in the frost up to 29th and 7th. I think I have frostbite. My toes still feel cold.

And no. I don't have pics. I had the camera in the back pocket but after almost spilling hot chocolate all over my all stars, I decided that my hands were too numb to keep out of my pockets....gloves included.

I know the few of you who live in the NYC and read this probably said Fuck that and didn't leave your nice, warm holes. Lucky.

What's next?

2005-12-15T20:29:00.000-05:00

I've been sooo busy lately with getting all the Not So Standard stuff done for Xmas (I know...I'll get around to getting the website done at some point in time. I still have Horny Shee(p)ts sets for sale!) that I'm a little late posting some new stuff.

Well, first, I'm not making a top 10 albums list like every other freakin' blog. Mainly because I haven't been impressed by much this year. I could compile a top 10 songs, but I'd rather not do the expected.

Here's some pics from Pheo's opening last week. Can't wait to see the next one.

I'm soooo over the cold already. A $300 gas bill already makes me fear January.

I'm writing this pre-strike and must say that I wouldn't mind it if I didn't have to go to work. It would be a great excuse to catch up on some Netflix pics (I've got Brown Bunny in my possession. Watch here for a quicky review when I get around to watching it) and stay out of the frost. Can't say that those guys deserve a frickin' raise, but who am I to say.

there is always the free shuttle to Jerz via IKEA. Let's go play Marco Polo at the mall.

Good Morning kiddies

2005-12-13T00:58:00.000-05:00

Have a donut.

on a related note:

2005-12-08T15:11:00.000-05:00

take this quiz. I will not tell you my score until you tell me yours.

check yourself.

2005-12-08T13:03:00.000-05:00

Great article. Maybe you are a hipster afterall...via something awful

Poppin' them out like they're popcorn

2005-12-05T10:46:00.000-05:00

MapleTits Strikes! (again) welcomes the newest addition to the Maspeth.
Isn't he adorable?

snow sucks

2005-12-05T10:45:00.000-05:00

To all my west-coasties: here is my hell.

and now a moment of silence

2005-12-01T18:19:00.000-05:00

I can't believe they're gone: watch
windows media playa required

wo wo wo

2005-12-01T17:46:00.000-05:00

SHINDIG!

so I'm making up for lost time and just went picture happy last night at Shindig. After many, many attempts to go only to head to a bigger (and cheaper) event, I finally went. I saw the hype. Participated in the hype. Got a little drunk too. $12 admission is a little pricey for my tastes these days, but well worth it. Saw Enon. They played the song I like most of theirs. the band before was good too. Good music. Great to see too that they had something other than vodka and beer for their open bar. Who would think of the 7? how good is that stuff? Just melts in your mouth. too bad they didn't have 7up. Major Faux Pas. Well...enjoy...

the pics

Stay Tunned

2005-12-01T13:51:00.000-05:00

Shinding photos will be here soon.
In the meantime, have fun calling this number: 888.353.7667
it's toll free. call it as much as you want!

Muzac Nerds

2005-11-28T13:59:00.000-05:00

i know most of you kids are music nerds (like myself) so I thought you guys should get a shot at this contest from Virgin.

Look at this photo here

In this image there are 74 bands represented as a visual representation. Like the watermelon wearing glasses represents Blind Melon.

Truly, the prizes aren't so hot in my opinion, but just trying to figure out the bands is a great way to waste time. I admit, I'm no where near 74, so if you guys can figure it out, more power to you!

*if you want to see what the prizes are, click on this link and click on the "find the music" link that brings you to Heavy.com.

....to all of you

2005-11-23T14:55:00.000-05:00

HAPPY TANKS-GIVING! I've had a little pre-holiday wine. the most action I've seen all week. Been hard at work getting Bad Genes to look good in time for their record release party. Maybe next week I'll have some good photos up....there are things brewing.

Word to your motha

2005-11-16T09:15:00.000-05:00

YEA! So I'm making up for lost time and posting photos from my adventures these past two weeks. Look for more photos to come, because after a slow week (dealing with an insane situation with two ladies who don't have a fucking clue and lots of work) I'm back out; Canon in hand.

So.

Here's some random pics from Fat Baby and the Cake Shop's bathroom. None of the Cake Shop nor the band I went to see. I hate the Cake Shop as a venue. Yea it's a small space, yea it's a cool concept, yea they only have beer and cheap wine, but what's with the slopping stage? You can't see CRAP! Stand any closer and you are hit with the speakers that blow you away like the guy in those commercials in the 80s.

Later that night the Chops and I headed to Grassroots Tavern. I took some pics there too. So nice to have our usual table.

We hit Capone's on Friday last week. Crappy pizza, but at least it's free!

Then there was the Bushwick Country Club and Artbar. Ghetto golf and makeshift bar. Nice places. I could see Artbar being packed at the very begining of it's time. Pool table, cheap beer, pinball, DJ....ART (I couldn't say much about the three pieces hanging that looked like the bartender's niece threw up onto a canvas). Now it consists of locals, jaded hipsters, and lonely Dominican men who think I was flirting with them when I was talking to El Rojo across the room. sorry man. We'll make eyes later.

Congrats to the 5 other kids who attempted to squeeze into the little photo booth at Bushwick Country Club. Fun was had by all who attended and here are the photos to proove it: 1....2....3.

Hey There.

2005-11-11T12:56:00.000-05:00

So it's been a while since I posted last. A lot has been going on. Moving, landlord issues, work, so I haven't had much time to go out and shoot or cause chaos to my liver.

I've been having a deep affair with my ipod though. I just can't get enough of this song either by DFA 1979. Could just be me, but listen to it yourself.

Death From Above 1979-Blood On Our Hands

Congrats Mr. Bush

2005-11-04T16:43:00.000-05:00

Congress applauds as President Bush takes his weekly crap on the Constitution.

the suckiest fet

2005-11-03T10:45:00.001-05:00

This Halloween sucked! What the fuck is up with you kids out there? Where has your spirit gone? First the summer sucked up until people woke up late July. Then the closest I got this year to even a small amount of Halloween spirit was at the parade. So here's some pics that I took.

For everyone that doesn't know where babies come from

2005-11-02T16:51:00.000-05:00

This book is for you.

welcome to Brooklyn.

2005-10-31T17:51:00.000-05:00

So, i've found a place that isn't Jersey. I've moved into the Maspeth.

Just in time this article comes out via the Daily News.

suck a dick.

Happy Halloween

2005-10-31T15:23:00.000-05:00

I'm so disappointed. Nobody is in the Halloween spirit. I guess no one is into having fun anymore. From lame ass parties this summer to lame ass hipster diggs in fall, I'm scared of what New Year's is going to be like. well, here, soak this up.

see...I don't lie

2005-10-28T11:19:00.000-04:00

I'm sooo taking over this city: via the Gothamist