Wednesday, June 24, 2009
f'ing early.
I just got up at 4am so I can be at work at 5:30am. I didn't even know 4am existed. Hope this coffee works. fuck.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Weekly 80's Metal Video
Ok, I figured it out. This is much cooler than clicking a link.
Anyways, this is Kix. Yes, a very imaginitive name. I used to like the band back in the day, though. This song in particular, "Cold Blood". These guys are no bullshit, denim and leather, not too much hairspray, straight forward rockers. Notice the hot chicks and the rocking displayed in this video.
Enjoy.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
conundrum.
My day so far has been spectacular. I got some things done around the house on my day off, and now am enjoying some homemade green chili and margaritas. The Cardinals are beating the Royals, and I'm just happy as shit.
But it's not even 3 o'clock yet, and I tend to get antsy when I don't have to work. The Big Thompson is supposedly fishing very well, and it's not too far from my homestead here in Broomfield. But the problem is, I've drank half a pitcher of margaritas. Hmmm, do I stop drinking margaritas, start on the water, and load up my gear? Or do I stir up another pitcher of margaritas, turn on some tunes, and re-f'ing-lax? That's a toughy. I do have Tuesday off, but I think I'm supposed to do something Aprilish. Can't remember what, though. Might be able to hit the river then. Tuesday's are generally people-free on the river for the most part.
Ok, I just got up to take a leak and realized that the tequila had hit me harder than I had thought. So I texted April to see what I was supposed to do on Tuesday, thinking that would be a better idea to fish then. Looks like I have a goddamn meeting with the wedding DJ. What a jip.
But it's not even 3 o'clock yet, and I tend to get antsy when I don't have to work. The Big Thompson is supposedly fishing very well, and it's not too far from my homestead here in Broomfield. But the problem is, I've drank half a pitcher of margaritas. Hmmm, do I stop drinking margaritas, start on the water, and load up my gear? Or do I stir up another pitcher of margaritas, turn on some tunes, and re-f'ing-lax? That's a toughy. I do have Tuesday off, but I think I'm supposed to do something Aprilish. Can't remember what, though. Might be able to hit the river then. Tuesday's are generally people-free on the river for the most part.
Ok, I just got up to take a leak and realized that the tequila had hit me harder than I had thought. So I texted April to see what I was supposed to do on Tuesday, thinking that would be a better idea to fish then. Looks like I have a goddamn meeting with the wedding DJ. What a jip.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Another Friday Night
Man, do I feel good. Got four and three quarters vodka tonics and seven crab cakes in my belly. Listening to The Faces. Bache'n it tonight. April's in Nebraska for her cousin's wedding, so I get to do as I please. And what I please is good music, a few cold, summertime cocktails, some delicious home cooking, eating to excess, and a Cards win over their I-70 rivals, the Kansas City Royals. It's a swell evening. I don't even mind getting up at 6am tomorrow for work, 'cause I'm quickly becoming lethargic due to the above mentioned belly intake.
Now the Kinks are on. Man, are they good.
I gotta tell ya, since my bachelor party last weekend I've had to take it easy. I ate salads for three days straight. No booze, except for a glass of wine last night. Oh, by the way...last night's dinner was rare steak, king crab legs, and braised asparagus. Holy shit. It does not get much better than that. And my pee's been stinking like balls because I've eaten asparagus three days in a row. I don't get it. I can take one bite of asparagus, set it down and go take a leak...and my pee smells like ass. It hauls through my system at the speed of light.
I'm feeling better now. That bachelor party was outta sight. I ate White Castles, ribs, fried taters, fried fish (freshly caught, at that), homemade pizza, b's and g's, shit on a shingle, hot dogs, brats, bologna salad sammiches, cabbage, and booze. As healthy as all that is, I didn't feel exceptionally good after the shindig.
Well, I've got to work tomorrow so I'm probably gonna hit the sack here in a minute. Got Sunday off, though. May go fishing, may fix shit up around here. Probably fishing. That lethargic, comatose feeling is starting to take over. Time for bed.
To a fantastic evening! I hope my heart doesn't stop tonight. That's unlikely because of my alcohol-related thin blood.
Goodnight.
Now the Kinks are on. Man, are they good.
I gotta tell ya, since my bachelor party last weekend I've had to take it easy. I ate salads for three days straight. No booze, except for a glass of wine last night. Oh, by the way...last night's dinner was rare steak, king crab legs, and braised asparagus. Holy shit. It does not get much better than that. And my pee's been stinking like balls because I've eaten asparagus three days in a row. I don't get it. I can take one bite of asparagus, set it down and go take a leak...and my pee smells like ass. It hauls through my system at the speed of light.
I'm feeling better now. That bachelor party was outta sight. I ate White Castles, ribs, fried taters, fried fish (freshly caught, at that), homemade pizza, b's and g's, shit on a shingle, hot dogs, brats, bologna salad sammiches, cabbage, and booze. As healthy as all that is, I didn't feel exceptionally good after the shindig.
Well, I've got to work tomorrow so I'm probably gonna hit the sack here in a minute. Got Sunday off, though. May go fishing, may fix shit up around here. Probably fishing. That lethargic, comatose feeling is starting to take over. Time for bed.
To a fantastic evening! I hope my heart doesn't stop tonight. That's unlikely because of my alcohol-related thin blood.
Goodnight.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Weekly 80's Metal Video
Yea, I know. I missed a week. But now you get to watch TWO extremely awesome 80's metal videos!
First, we're going to play "Breaking the Chains" by Dokken. Probably the worst video every produced. Surely an inspiration for Spinal Tap, this video is ridiculously hilarious. From the chains as guitar strings, to the "girlfriend" echoing Don Dokken's heartfelt lyrics. The crux of this masterpiece has to be when they are all chained up, and one by one they break free with the power of rock!
Enjoy, my friends.
Ok, now this next one is quite possibly the best video ever made. I don't necessarily consider Van Halen 80's hair metal, although the entire genre' was pretty much instigated by them.
This is "Hot For Teacher". It's how a video should be. Forget Thriller, November Rain, or Like a Prayer. This video is funny, yet it rocks.
I don't feel tardy.
First, we're going to play "Breaking the Chains" by Dokken. Probably the worst video every produced. Surely an inspiration for Spinal Tap, this video is ridiculously hilarious. From the chains as guitar strings, to the "girlfriend" echoing Don Dokken's heartfelt lyrics. The crux of this masterpiece has to be when they are all chained up, and one by one they break free with the power of rock!
Enjoy, my friends.
Ok, now this next one is quite possibly the best video ever made. I don't necessarily consider Van Halen 80's hair metal, although the entire genre' was pretty much instigated by them.
This is "Hot For Teacher". It's how a video should be. Forget Thriller, November Rain, or Like a Prayer. This video is funny, yet it rocks.
I don't feel tardy.
bachelor party
Well, I just returned from my bachelor party. It was fantastic. I got to see all of my buddies, drink ridiculous amounts of beer, eat food that made my heart stop three or four times, and fish. For me, that's a party.
I am just not the strip bar type of guy. I can't really get into Vegas, or nightclubs, or anything at all that involves cheating on my fiance'. I am content with sitting around, preferably outside, listening to some good music, and bullshitting with my pals. If a campfire is nearby, it makes it that much better. And it was. Along with a lake, a boat, a dock, some trees, no cover charge, and no one there that I didn't like.
The group included my groomsmen: Kevin, who is my best friend from birth; My cousin Robert, who I grew up admiring; Bryan, great friend since 1st grade; Vinnie, who I've gotten in more trouble with than anyone; and my sister Katie, who is a fantastic friend and who also arranged the majority of said shindig. Also present was my dad, cousin Stevie, my buddies Jamey, Jason, and Jeff, Katie's boyfriend John, my future brother-in-law Victor, and my second father Larry (Kevin's dad). Everyone there was a dear friend and the party would have lacked if any one of them wouldn't have been there.
The process since yesterday has been trying to cleanse and get back to normal. That entails water, vegetables, vitamins, and excercise. Oh, and not drinking for at least 72 hours.
The process was a bit delayed due to a bumpy, four hour car ride quickly followed by an even bumpier, two hour airplane ride. Two days after the shenanigans I am still feeling the effects. That's the way it should be.
It was a great trip. And although I love fishing, drinking, and hanging out with my crew...I missed my almost-wife, April.
Insert fake vomiting now.
I am just not the strip bar type of guy. I can't really get into Vegas, or nightclubs, or anything at all that involves cheating on my fiance'. I am content with sitting around, preferably outside, listening to some good music, and bullshitting with my pals. If a campfire is nearby, it makes it that much better. And it was. Along with a lake, a boat, a dock, some trees, no cover charge, and no one there that I didn't like.
The group included my groomsmen: Kevin, who is my best friend from birth; My cousin Robert, who I grew up admiring; Bryan, great friend since 1st grade; Vinnie, who I've gotten in more trouble with than anyone; and my sister Katie, who is a fantastic friend and who also arranged the majority of said shindig. Also present was my dad, cousin Stevie, my buddies Jamey, Jason, and Jeff, Katie's boyfriend John, my future brother-in-law Victor, and my second father Larry (Kevin's dad). Everyone there was a dear friend and the party would have lacked if any one of them wouldn't have been there.
The process since yesterday has been trying to cleanse and get back to normal. That entails water, vegetables, vitamins, and excercise. Oh, and not drinking for at least 72 hours.
The process was a bit delayed due to a bumpy, four hour car ride quickly followed by an even bumpier, two hour airplane ride. Two days after the shenanigans I am still feeling the effects. That's the way it should be.
It was a great trip. And although I love fishing, drinking, and hanging out with my crew...I missed my almost-wife, April.
Insert fake vomiting now.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Sporty.
I'm not an extremely competitive guy. I mean, I played sports when I was a kid and was ok, but never got that agro-competitive attitude that all the meatheads and jocks had that turned them into dicks.
I like to watch football, but I don't get that "into" it. I dig the Rams, Steelers, and sometimes the Chiefs, but don't really follow any particular team. If one of those teams were to make it to the Super Bowl, cool. I'll watch.
I'm not a basketball guy much at all. I'll watch the Final Four stuff sometimes if I have money on it, but sometimes not even then. This year was the first year that I've watched the NBA Playoffs since it was Orlando vs. Houston back in the 90's. Shaq vs. Hakeem...can't spell his last name. I liked Drexler...Clyde the Glide. Kind of reminded me of my favorite baseball player, Willie McGee. Just not as ugly.
Baseball is where my sports nerdiness comes into play. I am an enormous St. Louis Cardinals fan. I try to catch every game and follow everything that happens with them. I'm not to the point of joining chat forums to debate with other nerds or playing fantasy baseball...that's just sad. I'm just a big Cards fan.
I get pissed when the Cards lose. It actually effects my attitude if they lose. Or if someone gets hurt. Or if they don't trade for a good, needed player. That's about the extent of my nerdiness-bad, but not that bad.
Right now, the Cardinals are on a losing streak. There are rumors that they are going to make one or more blockbuster trades to acquire some offense. So being the nerd that I am, I've been glued to the websites in hopes that said trade will happen soon. Apparently whoever we get, if anyone, will be the end-all savior for our team and we will cruise into a World Series win. I'm sure that's how it will pan out.
I just get to laughing at myself. I like sports, but in the end really don't care who wins or loses. It's just a nice excuse to relax and have a couple drinks while forgetting about any problems or bad days. Except for the Cardinals. I am inherently a die-hard Cards fan who, if they lose, don't have as good of a day as if they were to win.
And my day isn't that great if the Cubs win either.
I like to watch football, but I don't get that "into" it. I dig the Rams, Steelers, and sometimes the Chiefs, but don't really follow any particular team. If one of those teams were to make it to the Super Bowl, cool. I'll watch.
I'm not a basketball guy much at all. I'll watch the Final Four stuff sometimes if I have money on it, but sometimes not even then. This year was the first year that I've watched the NBA Playoffs since it was Orlando vs. Houston back in the 90's. Shaq vs. Hakeem...can't spell his last name. I liked Drexler...Clyde the Glide. Kind of reminded me of my favorite baseball player, Willie McGee. Just not as ugly.
Baseball is where my sports nerdiness comes into play. I am an enormous St. Louis Cardinals fan. I try to catch every game and follow everything that happens with them. I'm not to the point of joining chat forums to debate with other nerds or playing fantasy baseball...that's just sad. I'm just a big Cards fan.
I get pissed when the Cards lose. It actually effects my attitude if they lose. Or if someone gets hurt. Or if they don't trade for a good, needed player. That's about the extent of my nerdiness-bad, but not that bad.
Right now, the Cardinals are on a losing streak. There are rumors that they are going to make one or more blockbuster trades to acquire some offense. So being the nerd that I am, I've been glued to the websites in hopes that said trade will happen soon. Apparently whoever we get, if anyone, will be the end-all savior for our team and we will cruise into a World Series win. I'm sure that's how it will pan out.
I just get to laughing at myself. I like sports, but in the end really don't care who wins or loses. It's just a nice excuse to relax and have a couple drinks while forgetting about any problems or bad days. Except for the Cardinals. I am inherently a die-hard Cards fan who, if they lose, don't have as good of a day as if they were to win.
And my day isn't that great if the Cubs win either.
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