Allie: Apparently, I'm not a master baster...
Me: I bet your husband doesnt think that!
-- from a conversation at lunch
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Tagged And Bagged
This is Angelique's fault. She tagged me for the game and I'm honour-bound to respond. Granted, I dont have comments so this will get a little wierd.
These are the rules of the game: You must write a journal entry listing those weirdnesses you possess ~ as well as the rules of the game. Then, you select five people to tag and link their names/blogs in your entry. Go to their journals and leave a comment informing them they have been tagged by you and to read your journal to see in what way they have been nailed! Those five then MUST write an entry listing their weird habits and tag an additional five people.
Aye.. like that is going to happen. Heh.
So here at least are my five wierdest habits:
1. Whenever I am in a car, I have the tendency to sing. It doesnt matter if I'm driving or not, if I know the song, I'll sing. Many times my friends have been the poor victims of my voice.
2. I laugh abit too loudly to the point of annoyance.
3. Ironically enough, like Angelique, I try not to wear yellow unless its a cycling jersey. I've been tol that it makes me look abit too yellow. This must be due to our heritage.
4. Whenever I get irritated, I tend to self-righteous. Which probably explains my bouts of road rage...
5. I'm the one that people hate while in the movie theater because I'll let comments slip out... on purpose. For example, thrity minutes into The Sixth Sense, I had whispered abit too loudly "I bet he's dead too. He keeps wearing the same clothes over and over again."
Hmmm.. I think my five victims will be:
Fury - it'll be fun
Ric - it'll give him something to do
Bobby - it'll be a little different for him
Chloe - she's done these before...sort of...
Anna - because I still blame her for the Chewbacca thing. Heh.
Of course, it'll be up to them to actually do this, but for now... TAG! YOU'RE IT!
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Watching A Little TV
Jay from the office showed us the way Ping Pong should be played. Matrix style!
So I got nosey and started looking at the other videos. The ones I found were pretty frigging funny...
Here is another reminder that the Internet is for porn, with a little help from World of Warcraft.
This one is of the Japanese pop group, Morning Musume playing Fear Factor with a lizard. I still have no idea what the hell is on their head.
Also from Japan comes the story of the Freshmen out to stop an evil plot to destroy the world. But does the villan really know who he is?
And finally, here is acapella at its best. I have a feeling that only the old time video game players will get the jokes, but its still pretty good. It came out during the summer and is definately one of the best videos this year.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
The latest in car alarms: Big Ben. Get away from the car, motherf**ker!
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::: Background Noise :::
Big Time by Peter Gabriel
I've had enough
I'm getting out
To the city
The big big city
I'll be a big noise
With all the big boys
There's so much stuff I will own
And I will pray
To a big god
As I kneel in the big church
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* But I'm a creep
* I'm a weirdo
* What the hell am I doing here?
* I dont belong here
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When I was a kid I used to pray every night for a new bicycle. Then I realised that the Lord doesnt work that way so I stole one and asked Him to forgive me. --
-- Emo Philips
::: Tower View :::
Want A Piece?
You scored 3 Power-Finesse, 3 Leader-Follower, 1 Unique-Ordinary, and 2 Offense-Defense!
You are devoted to the cause, and you protect the interests of the Black team. You will often be working behind the scenes, protecting even the lowliest pawn. However, you are impossible to ignore, since at any moment you could strike like the black widow. It is more in your nature to allow your opponent to make a foolish mistake that you exploit, than it is for you to try and force an aggressive victory for your team.
The What Chess Piece Are You Test
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Here is the story of Fred The Baker. We'll always know when its time to make the doughnuts.
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Boyfriend shoves cell phone down girlfriend's throat. Thats one way to check her gag reflex.
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::: Background Noise :::
First I'm Gonna Crawl by DMX
Every day we live and learn
Take it step by step
And we create our own path
Until there's no life left
I hold my death off
For as long as I can
Knowing my man
Is plotting with the chrome in his hand
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* But I'm a creep
* I'm a weirdo
* What the hell am I doing here?
* I dont belong here
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Why is Christmas just like a day at the office? You do all the work and the fat guy with the suit gets all the credit.
-- Anonymous
::: Tower View :::
Its Santa Day!
From Clan Shima to you and yours, have a Merry Christmas! Stay safe!
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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You wanna be Chinese, you got to eat the nasty stuff.
-- Nick Chen from The Corruptor
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Reminders Of Hospital Food
Since I'm from Asian heritage, its not uncommon for me to see strange looking food. Its actually bit expected. Whenever I took my Caucasian friends to a gathering, I always told them that if they couldnt recognize it, then dont eat it. It would be hard enough to explain that "Blood pudding" really wasnt made out of blood, although it did look like it.
Robbie and Jay talked me into going to lunch to a local Indian buffet place. Not a Native American restaurant, mind you, but as in India.
I've been there before and normally can identify the food on the line. I guess today was a special occasion because the only thing I could recognize was the white rice.
There was extremely green stuff followed by some really, really yellow stuff. Then there was the yellow and white stuff that someone mentioned as to having yogurt in it. Oh, and there was the deep red stuff that apparently was some kind of goat mixture.
I think the cook was offended when I asked what part of the goat they used for that concoction.
Suffice it to say, the rice and the items identified as chicken made it to the plate.
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Letter To The Office
It was time for the annual message to the team at the office so here is what I sent.
As another year will shortly be a memory, my heartfelt appreciation goes out to all of you who have taken the time and trouble to send me forwarded email over the past 12 months. Thank you for making me feel safe, secure, blessed, and wealthy.
Extra thanks for the ones that I have to open 15 times to get to the message.
Special thanks to whomever sent me the one about rat droppings in the glue on envelopes because I now have to go get a wet towel every time I need to seal an envelope.
Also, I scrub the top of every can I open for the same reason. Because of your concern, I no longer drink Coca Cola because it can remove toilet stains.
I no longer drink Pepsi, or Dr Pepper, since the people who make these products are atheists who won't put "Under God" on their cans.
I no longer use Saran wrap in the microwave because it causes cancer.
I no longer check the coin return on pay phones because I could be pricked with a needle infected with AIDS.
I no longer use cancer-causing deodorants even though I smell like a water buffalo on a hot day.
I no longer go to shopping malls because someone might drug me with a perfume sample and rob me.
I no longer receive packages from, nor send packages by UPS or FedEx since they are actually Al Qaeda in disguise.
I no longer answer the phone because someone will ask me to dial a number for which I will get a phone bill with calls to Jamaica, Uganda, Singapore, and Uzbekistan.
I no longer eat KFC, because their "chickens" are actually horrible mutant freaks with no eyes or feathers.
I no longer have any sneakers, but that will change once I receive my free replacement pair from Nike.
I no longer have to buy expensive cookies from Neiman Marcus, since I now have their recipe.
I no longer worry about my soul, because at last count I have 363,214 angels looking out for me.
I have learned that God only answers my prayers if I forward an e-mail to seven of my friends, stand on my head, and make a wish within five minutes.
I no longer have any savings, because I gave it to a sick girl who is about to die in the hospital (for the 1,387,258th time).
I no longer have any money at all, but that will change once I receive the $15,000 that Microsoft and AOL are sending me for participating in their special email program.
Have a Merry Christmas and lets be careful out there.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
The top 30 facts about how Chuck Norris can kick your arse. The beatings will continue until morale improves. (hat tip: Robbie)
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::: Background Noise :::
Never Going To Stop by Alter Bridge
On this day
I see clearly
Everything has come to life
In a place
In a broken dream
And we'll leave it all behind
On this day
Its so real to me
Everything has come to life
Another chance to chase a dream
Another chance to feel
Chance to feel alive
Dedicated to Angelia. Check out her very well written entry. Oh, and the picture is good too.
*cough cough* Hehehe...
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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Dont worry about life. You arent going to survive it anyway.
-- Anonymous saying
::: Tower View :::
Phone Etiquette
I guess when we are having a bad day, we pass it on to others via electronic means. As I was sitting in the office, the phone rings and the conversation goes on like this:
Me: Information Delivery Systems, this is Ken. How can I help you?
Caller: Umm... yeah, someone gave this number to call.
Me: Pardon?
Caller: Umm... someone named Ken Shima gave this number to call. Is this Ken?
Me: I'm sorry. May I ask who is calling?
Caller: Yeah, this is Diane. Is this Ken?
Me: May I ask what is about?
Caller: Is this Ken?
Me: May I ask what is about?
Caller: Well, this is Diane.
Me: And?
Caller: I was told to call this number.
Me: Ok...
Caller: Well, I'm Diane. Is this the right number?
Me: Yes it is. May I ask what this pertains to?
Caller: Ken had ordered this book and its on backorder.
Me: Ah ha! I got it! You're from the bookstore.
Caller: Oh.. yeah.. I'm from the bookstore. The warehouse called and said that your book is on backorder. It probably wont be in for at least three weeks.
I guess I could have abit kinder, but how hard would have it been to say "Hi, I'm from the bookstore and your book is on back order?" Instead, I had to go thru several minutes wondering if the IRS was coming after me.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Best Buy has a password in order to buy the Xbox 360. Frig that. I'll go to Circuit City who will be more than happy to take my money. (hat tip: Gizmodo)
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::: Background Noise :::
Sleeping Satellite by Tasmin Archer
I blame you for the moonlit sky
And the dream that died
With the eagles' flight
I blame you for the moonlit nights
When I wonder why
Are the seas still dry?
Dont blame this sleeping satellite
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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The big question to ask when it comes to relationships is do you want to be lonely or annoyed?
-- Richard Jeni
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One More For The Spotlight
I was going to add Chloe to the sidebar, but then she beat me to the punch and added me to her blog.
I like her personal style of writing and insight. She's not as wild as many of the others that I read; more down to Earth. And quite frankly, we all need that kind of person in our lives.
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A Robert Frost Moment
My mood of recent times dictated that I put this out there...
Fire And Ice by Robert Frost
Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I've tasted of desire
I hold with those who favour fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To say that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Ionize your clothes clean. Which probably doesnt do a darn thing for the smell. Heh...
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::: Background Noise :::
Believe Me by Fort Minor
I used to have a little bit of a plan
Used to
Have a concept of where I stand
But that concept slipped right out of my hands
Now I don't really even know who I am
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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Give blood and get a hummer!
-- from a poster hanging at the gym
::: Tower View :::
Yet More Randomness
1. Finally! A title longer than two words.
2. Cache (In English, Hidden) looks like a damn good movie. What would you do when videos of you and your family suddenly began appearing at your doorstep? Check out the site here.
3. You tend to get worried when you are walking out of the men's room and your director is walking in. As you pass by, he mentions "Hey Ken! I heard about your comment at the meeting the other day..."
4. Weezer's frontman has been celibate for two years. Hell, a few folks I know can break that record. And it wasnt even their choice. *cough Doombringer cough*
5. Second Life is just as fun as The Sims2 and can be just as addicting.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Man runs marathons for a living. Damn, I have enough problems just trying to walk to the car.
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::: Background Noise :::
Still by Alanis Morissette
I am the harm which you inflict.
I am your brilliance and frustration.
I am the nuclear bombs if they're to hit.
I am your immaturity and your indignance.
I am your misfits and your praised.
I am your doubt and your conviction.
I am your charity and your rape.
I am your grasping and expectation.
I see you averting your glances.
I see you cheering on the war.
I see you ignoring your children,
And I love you still.
From the Dogma soundtrack...
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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My dad once told me that if I didnt shape up, he would make me pick my switch. I told him that if he didnt shape up that I would make him pick his nursing home.
-- Tim Hester
::: Tower View :::
Brain Damage
Sleep is a luxury that I dont have lately. Its really self-induced, probably because I dont want to dream. I dont want to see the memories and visions that flash in my eyes. And as much as I try to block them out, they come back even more fierce than before.
Years of training to see with my mind's eye come back to haunt me. Now I cant turn it off.
So then this comes to mind:
How happy is the blameless vestal's lot!
The world forgetting, by the world forgot.
Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind!
Each pray'r accepted, and each wish resign'd;
Its from the poem Eloisa to Abelard by Alexander Pope and the inspiration for the movie Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind (ironically enough).
What if we could erase those memories that hurt us the most? Would we do it? Should we do it? Would we lose those things that define who we are?
...And would it be worth it?
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Here is Jenna's poem about needing help. This is such a good one that I had to mark it.
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::: Background Noise :::
Playground by The Outfield
I'm alone and
I'm lost in this playground
The lights are down on me
All alone and
Afraid in this playground
The city never sleeps
If you listen you won't understand
So confused I don't know where I am
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* Where are you
* And I'm so sorry
* I cannot sleep
* I cannot dream tonight
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I drink to stay warm and to kill few selected memories
-- Conor Oberst
::: Tower View :::
Installed Memory
I had seen this on Chloe's and The Mrs' blogs. Seems like an interesting concept.
If you read this, if your eyes are passing over this right now, (even if we don't speak often) please post a comment with a COMPLETELY MADE UP AND FICTIONAL memory of you and me. It can be anything you want - good or bad - BUT IT HAS TO BE FAKE.When you're finished, post this little paragraph on your blog and be surprised (or mortified) about what people DON'T ACTUALLY remember about you!
So I figured, what the hell...
There was that time when we were having dinner at the Cheesecake Factory. You were ticked because the waiter, who made it apparent that he was gay, kept flirting with me. You werent sure if you were mad because you as a female should feel insulted or if it was another wait staff member hitting on me. You tolerated the waitresses, but now a waiter?
Good thing I dont have comments here. This should break the chain.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Merry Christmas from Chewbacca. Somehow this is wrong. I dont know how, but it is. (blame: Anna)
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::: Background Noise :::
Only A Memory by The Smithereens
Why should it matter if I cry
I sit around and wonder why
Now I feel much too weak to live
And I've got nothing left to give
Now it's only a memory
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* What do you do
* When somebody lets you down
* And you want to say something
* But you can’t cause they're not around
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Death is not the greatest loss in life. The greatest loss is what dies inside us while we live.
-- Norman Cousins
::: Tower View :::
Brash Statements
I've been a little testy lately to say the least. Everyone at the office has noticed, but have been kind enough not to press the issue or have given me some space, especially when many of my conversations have been like these:
Mike: I think we have to get that documentation in by today.
Me: F*ck it. It'll get there when it gets there.
Patty: The Coffee Club needs decaf.
Me: That isnt all you f*ckers need.
Aimee: We can work on this tomorrow. You are going to be here, right?
Me: I dont know. You f*ckers are getting on my nerves.
Deedra: What about you Ken? What personal goals do you have for next year?
Me: I really need to spend some time out on the range.
Deedra: Oh? The golf range?
Me: Oh no. The firing range. I've got several pieces that really need to be used. And very soon.
I probably shouldnt have made that last comment in front of the Human Resources representative. Or even my manager as a matter of fact.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Lance going to Italian court for defamation. "Wah! I couldnt beat him in the Tour De France. Then he chased me down and called me mean names. Sue him! Wah!"
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Your latest movie critics: Statler & Waldorf from The Muppet Show. And these guys should know. They've been in the business since the dinosaur age. (hat tip: Puppetvision)
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::: Background Noise :::
Krwlng by Linkin Park
This lack of self-control
I fear is never ending
Controlling
I cant seem
To find myself again
My walls are closing in
Without a sense
Of confidence
I’m convinced
Ihat there is just too much pressure to take
I’ve felt this way before
So insecure
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* What do you do
* When somebody lets you down
* And you want to say something
* But you can’t cause they're not around
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Patty: There are so many inappropriate toys for our boys nowadays.
Robbie: You want inappropriate toys? How about getting them the Brokeback Mountain action figures with kung fu grip?
-- from a conversation at work
::: Tower View :::
Welcome To South Park
I forget which blog directed me to the South Park Character Generator so my apologies to whomever it was.
My picture seems quite appropriate nowadays.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
In 2009, everything is a lie. 2009 Lost Memories is great action sci-fi film from Korea. Hollywood will steal this one too eventually.
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::: Background Noise :::
Late Goodbye by Poets Of The Fall
In our headlights
Staring
Bleak
Beer cans
Deer's eyes
On the asphalt
Underneath
Our crushed plans
And my lies
Lonely street signs
Powerlines
They keep on flashing
Flashing by
Fury has added this to his blog. Too cool...
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* What do you do
* When somebody lets you down
* And you want to say something
* But you can’t cause they're not around
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Little things used to mean so much to Shelly. I used to think they were kind of trivial. Believe me, nothing is trivial.
-- Eric Draven from The Crow
::: Tower View :::
Its The Little Things
Ever notice that its the littlest things that flash before your eyes? They tend to bring out the wierdest reactions in us.
When I am in the grocery store and happen to see an emory board, a soft memory appears before me; reminding me of a better time. Something I had wanted.. no, needed to see... for a very long time. Nowadays, something so small causes a large amount of pain.
Standing in the book store, I come across the James Patterson section. At first there is a hint of a smile on my face, which is suddenly changed to a large amount of anger and the need to kick the entire section down.
Somehow, its these little things that require me to get the hell out of there.
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From The Major Case Squad
Detective Bobby Goren was kind enough to grant permission for me to add him to the list. He posts entries in between cases, but nothing based on his workload. Damn it!
I'll have to see if I can talk him into at least reading Nicole Wallace's case file... heh...
So give Goren a peek, even if you arent a Law and Order fan...
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Italian government hits up Pron industry for extra funds. Pu**y, pu**y, pu**y! Here at the Titty Twister we're slashing pu**y in half! If we dont have it, you dont want it!
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The Grand Tours dont want to be part of the Grand Tour. Whew! To non-cycling fans, this is the same as the Colts, Steelers, Bucs, Seahawks, Rams, and Patriots all say they dont want to play in NFL.
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::: Background Noise :::
Boiler by Limp Bizkit
I used to be alive
I'm so pathetic
But now I get it
What's done is done
I know you just leave it alone
And don't regret it
But sometimes some things
Turn into dumb things
And that's when you put your foot down.
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* What do you do
* When somebody lets you down
* And you want to say something
* But you can’t cause they're not around
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You used to be fun. You used to be warped and twisted and hilarious... and I mean that in the best way - I mean it as a compliment!
-- Lloyd Dobler from Say Anything
::: Tower View :::
I Am Lloyd Dobler
I always liked that movie. It always seemed appropriate, especially for me. Somehow, someway, the movie finds its way back to me during especially trying times in my life.
If you havent seen it, go rent, borrow, or buy it. Definately one of the few romantic comedies that I didnt mind to watch.
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One For the Angels
I added Angelia's blog to the list. She's definately a good read and damn good digital artist.
I got the idea of adding the music to the blog from her.
Check her out.
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Dykes On Bikes is now a trademark. I guess that is better than "Muffs On Wheels."
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::: Background Noise :::
Fine Again by Seether
And I am aware now
Of how everything’s gonna be fine
One day
Too late
I’m in hell
I am prepared now
Seems everyone’s going to be fine
One day
Too late
Just as well...
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* Days go by
* And still I think of you
* Days when I couldnt live
* My life without you
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One should die proudly when it is no longer possible to live proudly
-- Nietzsche
::: Tower View :::
A Date Which Will Live In Infamy
Never forget...
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::: Out In The Yard :::
82 year old woman fights the Law. And the Law won...
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::: Background Noise :::
The Hard Way by Fort Minor
Can somebody please just explain to me
What happened to the way
That we always said we would be
Right now I dont know why I push through the pain
That I got through
And I’m losing hope
Give me one reason not to...
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* Days go by
* And still I think of you
* Days when I couldnt live
* My life without you
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Gi: I know! I'll get a meatball sub and have them take off the meatballs.
Me: Good Lord, woman. You're killing me.
Robbie: Yeah, Gi. Just get a regular meatball sub, then you can lick the sauce from the balls.
-- conversation from lunch
::: Tower View :::
I'm being too lazy to do any real posting. Too much going on to discuss now so this seemed appropriate...
Eat Me
You Are Chinese Food |
 Exotic yet ordinary. People think they've had enough of you, but they're back for more in an hour. |
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::: Out In The Yard :::
No Christmas for you, jackass. Tis the season to shut the f**k up. (hat tip: Fury)
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Work bores Japan's youth. How ironic. It bores America's youth too.
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::: Background Noise :::
WthYou by Linkin Park
It’s true
The way I feel
Was promised by your face
The sound of your voice
Painted on my memories
Even if you’re not with me
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* Days go by
* And still I think of you
* Days when I couldnt live
* My life without you
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Nice palm. I read a great deal of pleasure in your future.
-- from a Taco Bell sauce packet
::: Tower View :::
I Got Six Little Friends
...And they can all run faster than you...
Ok, hard drinkers. Lets drink hard.
Which B-Movie Badass Are You?
brought to you by Quizilla
hat tip: Julie
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I Got Your Quiz Right Here
Appropriated from Angelia.
A- Age of my first kiss: 12
B- Band I am listening to right now: Mercy Drive
C- Crush: Yes, I'm feeling crushed. Why?
D- Dad's name: Dad
E- Easiest person to talk to: Definately not me!
F- Favorite ice cream: Cookies and Cream
G- Gummy bears or gummy worms: Gummy Bears
H- Hometown: [CLASSIFIED]
I- Instruments: Piano, drums
J- Junior high: The 8th grade was the best four years of my life
K- Kids: The one currently at the keyboard
L- Longest car ride ever: The ride home after being suspended for fighting at school
M- Mom's name: Mom
N- Nickname: Kenny, Bastard... Depends on who you ask.
O- One wish: Hmmm... I think I I'll keep this one
P- Phobias: Dying alone
Q- Quote: I didnt say it was your fault. I said I was going to blame you.
R- Reason to smile : Surviving the day
S- Song I last sang: In The End by Linkin Park (and I wouldnt call it singing)
T- Time I woke up today: I never got to sleep
U- Unknown fact about me: If I told, then it wouldnt be unknown, would it?
V- Vegetable(s): Green beans, corn
W- Worst habit: Obnoxious bossy behaviour
X- X-Rays I've had: 6?
Y- Years since I've been to church: Last Christmas
Z- Zodiac sign: Sagitarius
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::: Out In The Yard :::
Everyone is having more sex than me. And the video only proves it. Heh.
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Man pleads guilty to having sex with horse. This falls under the "What The Fu*k Where You Thinking?!" category.
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::: Background Noise :::
Living In A Dream by Psuedo Echo
Fear lies over me
I feel it all around
Something is looking at me
And I think its got a crown
Its not a king or a Queen
But something in-between
Now I'm only hoping
I'm living in a dream
Its strange how things seem
When you are living in a dream
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* Days go by
* And still I think of you
* Days when I couldnt live
* My life without you
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The Steward
