When Jason Bourne is terrified of someone...you KNOW it's a bad thing.
Gah! I honestly don't think I could love this man more!
And in honor of his sentiments, I dedicate this not so classic moment in hip hop by JT Money to Sarah Palin:
Yes y'all, because being the governor of Alaska is kinda like being a no-frills brand product that people don't even notice sitting there taking up shelf space until you're desperate...all the good stuff is gone.
- Music:"Who dat?" - JT Money
I'm still here.
Just lacking motivation to do anything but the bare minimum of everything just to get by. I'm not sure if I'm depressed, or just bored.
That said, I have made some observations this week:
Bacon in a box.
And I thought wine in a box was bad. Seriously, has anyone tried this stuff? Imagine my shock and horror when I saw this product sitting on the shelf in the boxed foods aisle. It just seems...so...wrong.
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I was listening to a (new?) Janet Jackson song the other day when it dawned on me that everything she sings sounds like she's talking/singing like a baby. Why guys find that sexy I'll never know.
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While driving to Chicago this weekend, I passed an exit for a town called Climax, MI.
(uh?)
I wonder how that town got THAT name.
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I'm suffering the ghosts of past lifetimes again. Someday I hope to make sense of all of that.
And last night, I was either granted a vision...or my imagination is wayyy more actively vivid that I could have ever imagined.
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"Shake it like a Polaroid picture" - Andre 3000, "Hey Ya!"
In my office, we "shake it like the toner's running low" ...
...because it generally is. And that's the only way you can make sense of the stuff coming out of the printer. And there's never money to purchase more toner in a timely fashion.
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Rest in Peace Bernie Mac and Isaac Hayes
- Mood:
awake
Therefore as of 7pm EDT, I am officially under the protection of Acheron.
Anyone else a Dark Hunter fan?
Did you pick up your copy of Acheron yet?
- Mood:
bouncy
It cracks me up how you can take 2 mediocre singers (at best) and throw them together in a video and have it be totally full of win simply because both said singers are sexy and confident as hell.
This video would be funny as hell if you replaced Adam Levine and Rihanna with someone say like...oh I don't know...Jack Black and Macy Gray.
Could you imagine Macy rolling around on that bed or prancing around in that Playboy bunny getup?
Comedy.Gold.
- Mood:
exhausted
Yooooooooooo,
I just saw Mos Def at the gym.
I generally don't get star struck but...
MOS DEF!!!!!!!
SQUEEEEEEEEE!!!!
I'm done.
Just. done.
- Mood:
excited
Prince is set to have a hip replacement.
The 49-years-old singer will reportedly undergo surgery to remove and replace his hip with a titanium joint. A source told Britain's News of the World newspaper, "For months Prince, who always puts on the most energetic shows, has been complaining of pain every time he moves.
"He is totally crushed because he knows he will never be the same again."
Source
I can't get over this. I mean, this is PRINCE! What's next? Jon Bon Jovi doing informercials for Colonial Penn Life Insurance? Madonna decking herself out in her own signature line of Medi-Alert bracelets?
QUICK! Sting has fallen and HE CAN'T GET UP!! Get the medical mobility scooter catalog, STAT!!!
Just...cot dammit!
Whhhhyeeee!!!!?
::sigh::
It's not easy watching the once young and sexy grow old. I'm not handling this well at all.
ETA: Now I have this irresistible urge to go rent "Purple Rain."
Great flick. WORST. ACTING. EVAH.
- Mood: crushed
The Time!
The Grammys!
::Passed out from Squee::
(To be updated as the show goes on)
Is it just me, or does nothing underscore spiritual messages in song like a black choir?
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Cyndi Lauper = MUCH MUCH LOVE!!
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I never would have thunk we'd still be seeing Jason Bateman outside of the 80's sitcom universe.
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I love Kanye's quirky ass.
God bless him!
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Keely Smith/Kid Rock/Dave Koz
equals
Most awkward Grammy Moment EVER!!
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Oh shit!! Herbie "effing" Hancock FTW!!!!!
YES!!! (AND YES WE CAN!!)
Don't burn the place down Kanye!!
- Mood: excited
I'm riding in the car with the kid and this conversation commences:
Kid: "Mommy, what's "booty?"
Me: "What?!"
Kid: "Mr. Krab on SpongeBob is always talking about his booty,"
Me: "Oh, he means "pirate's booty." He means his loot. You know, his money, treasures, jewels and whatnot."
Kid: "Oh."
::silence for about 30 seconds::
Me: "So, you think you wanna be a pirate?"
Kid: "No, I wanna be a baseball player. I'll bet they get LOTS OF BOOTY!"
Me: ::ded:: ::holding back wracking laughter as tears stream down my face::
Me: "Indeed they do, Honey....indeed they do."
Priceless.
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Speaking of booty, I can't stand Sara Silverman, but can my love for Matt Damon climb any higher? I don't think it can.
That's.Just.Awesome. And Jimmy looked salted like hell. LMAO!
Matt D-A-M-O-N!!!
- Mood: amused
It was hotter than hell in that theater, but what a great show. Lisette opened for him and I'd like to say she was great...but I didn't get there early enough to check her out. Oh well. Did I mention that Lenny was WONDERFUL??!
The Set (in no particular order)
Bring it On
Love Revolution
I'll Be Waiting
Are You Gonna Go My Way?
Fly Away
Again
Mr. Cab Driver
American Woman
Always on the Run
Let Love Rule
Lady
Where Are We Runnin'?
Dig In
Stillness of Heart
Great sound. Lenny was very enthusiastic and very complimentary to Detroit and its musical legacy. He was clearly driving his security detail batty as he often reached into the audience and at one point just hopped down off the stage and into the crowd. Schweet.
What he didn't perform:
( So many tears we've cried... )
Apparently, Lenny has this thing on his MySpace page where you can log on 24 hours before the tour hits your town and find out where you can get a limited number of tix set aside for his fans. I get the impression if you manage to figure out the secret location, you get super close to the stage and you also get to meet him after the show. If I had known I'd have been all over that.
Other things of note:
- This was my sister-in-law's very first "rock" concert. Ha...newbie!
- Lenny took us all to church during "Let Love Rule." When he asked that everyone hold hands I thought the guy next to me would die of repulsion...then afterward he acted as if he didn't want to let go of my hand. Weird.
- After the spiritual coming together of "Let Love Rule," my goofy-ass brother quipped "...and the Bi-Racial children shall heal the world!!! BARACK 2008!!!!" BWAHAAA HAAAAAAA!! (The stupid...my brother...he haz it.)
- Why did I start thinking about my son's biracialness after that statement?
- There was a lot of Aqua-Net sustained 80's hair. Faaaaaaaailure!!!!
:-)
- Mood: exhausted
- Music:"Again" - Lenny Kravitz
Audrey Hepburn as "Eliza Doolittle" in My Fair Lady. (1964)
Feeling inspired?
- Mood: amused
- Music:"I Got The Feelin'" - James Brown
I've always preferred the night as opposed to daytime.
Oh yes, I do have to be up in like 3.5 hours to go to work. But try telling my brain that.
This can't go on. I've been getting by on 3-5 hours of sleep every night for the past 5 months now.
:-(
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The voice in my head spoke to me again (1-21-2008). It said to keep praying.
And I will.
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And although I know we just celebrated Dr. King's birthday, I have nothing profound and uplifting to say.
But I did find this: Beyonce Causes Trouble at Versace Runway Show
Not that it is right, or funny, or anything at all really, I couldn't help but think that somewhere in the great beyond, Rosa Parks is laughing her ass off.
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blank
After staying up into the wee small hours of the morning the other night watching "Legends of the Fall" for the 12 gabillionth time, it occurred to me that Brad Pitt has never been as resplendent as an actor as he was in this movie. Sure, "Fight Club" was groundbreaking, "Ocean's" is great fun, and I've heard that "Babel" is really good, but for me Brad Pitt will forever be "Tristan Ludlow."
In the tale of 3 brothers and the destruction of their family surrounding their love of one woman, Tristan is the wild one everyone loved, but the one that no one could hold on to. Brad showed so much range in this role transitioning fluidly from playful to dangerous to sexual to vengeful to tormented. How I felt for the brothers Samuel (Henry Thomas) and Alfred (Aidan Quinn)...they didn't stand a chance. And poor Susannah (Julia Ormond)...it was impossible for her not to fall in love him. Tristan is the undeniable vortex of power and passion that everyone willingly rushed into. Sam and Alfred got whatever was leftover, and it was glaringly meager in comparison.
This is one of those movies I watch whenever I catch it on TV and I'm captivated every single time I see it. And although I really like Brad Pitt as an actor, for me, this movie is no doubt him at his best. Nothing has come close since.
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blackcigarette ETA: Wow! Over 200 comments on this post over there.
- Mood: bored
Any guesses as to what movie that's from?
I actually accomplished something in the past 24 hours. I got half of my Christmas shopping done and finally finished painting the kitchen. I'll post pics when my kitchen has been successfully put back together.
Since I feel like posting, but don't really feel like thinking, I've decided to post movie scenes that feature some of my all time favorite movie quotes. These quotes have stuck in my head over time for whatever reason, so now I feel compelled to share them with you dear flist.
First up:
Tombstone, Doc Holliday - "I'm Your Huckleberry"
This scene takes place when Wyatt has declared war on the cowboys who have murdered his brother Morgan Earp (Bill Paxton) and has been largely responsible for all the violence and corruption in Tombstone. Doc shows up to take on Johnny Ringo in a gunfight, and Johnny knows that he is no match for Doc's speedy trigger fingers.
It's almost unfair how many great lines Val Kilmer had in this movie. In my opinion, this has to be one of the most quotable movies of the last 20 years. If I were Kirk Russell, I'd have been jealous. Val stole the movie no question.
Interview with the Vampire, The Vampire Lestat - "Claudia, you've been a very, very naughty little girl!"
Remembered courtesy of my last post, this scene features a "thought to be dead Lestat" after Claudia tricked him into feeding off of the blood of a corpse causing him to decay into something hideous. Talk about looking like death warmed over.
And just think, Tom Cruise was cast as Lestat because at the time studio execs didn't think that Brad Pitt was a big enough star to carry this movie on his own. My my, how things have changed.
This next movie starred Kevin Costner, Robert De Niro, Sean Connery, and a very young-looking Andy Garcia. Shame on you if you didn't guess "The Untouchables."
The Untouchables, Al Capone - "You got NOTHING!" "You're nothing but a lot of talk and a badge!"
I can only dream that the real Al Capone was as cool as De Niro was in this movie. The "I want him DEAD!" scene is another favorite scene along the train station shoot out scene. I developed an instant fangirl crush on Garcia the moment he took out the bodyguard with his sharpshooting then cooly uttered the word "two." Hells yeahs.
Good Will Hunting, Will Hunting - "You like apples?" "How you like dem apples?"
Oh yeah, before he was the sexiest man 2007 or turned total badass in the Bourne franchise, Matt Damon was kickin' ass with his BRAIN. I love this movie more than words can say and this scene never gets old for me.
"My boy's wicked smart!"
"I should've beat that bitch's ass!"
::ded::
If only Ben Afflect had stopped with this movie. Oh well, Casey seems to be doing alright for himself.
Damn, all my favorite scenes are violent or hint at violence just beneath the surface. Heh, perhaps I'll just say screw it and head on over to the dark side. I hear they have refreshments.
::shrugs::
What are some of your favorite movie quotes?
- Mood: amused
- Music:"Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See" - Busta Rhymes
Why do women on TV and in the movies hardly ever carry a purse? Sometimes when I'm walking around town or in a store and feeling slightly less than totally fabulous, often times it's because I'm lugging the
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Why are you supposed to wash raw meat before you cook it, but you don't have to wash ground meat? Every time I ask someone this they look at me like I'm nuts or something.
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What's the difference between lemon juice and lemon extract? I'm pretty sure I know the difference and I could easily look it up, but I want to know what you all think.
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I was thinking the other day that Bobby and Whitney probably had some of the same conversations that Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony have:
Marc/Whitney - "Honey, you're a pretty decent entertainer, but you can't sing for shit."
Bobby/Jennifer - "Whut???????"
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Am I the ONLY one on the planet who thinks that Carson Daly looks JUST LIKE Jimmy Neutron?
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- Mood: calm
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goodbye2pisces .In light of all the recent madness that has taken hold of my life, I've taken to mindless entertainment and anything that is light and silly and not stressful. That said, I can't think of anything less stressful than surfing the net for images of beautiful men. Thank goodness for memes!
1) List 5 celebrities you would sleep with, no questions asked. No hesitation. They say "Let's..." You say "...Go!!!"
2) Put them IN ORDER of your lust for them.
3) Say which movie/show/thing it was that hooked you.
4) Supply photos for said people.
5) Tag five people.
Before you enter the Valley of Hotness, let me just confess from the jump...I cheated and here's why:
1) Hotness not withstanding I think I can pretty much say without fear of lying that there is no man on planet earth that I would sleep with no questions asked...I don't care how sexxxay they are. I could be really tempted, but I know in my heart I couldn't do it. Fictional characters....maybe...sheesh, what am I saying? But for the sake of the game I'm playing along.
2) There is no way I could put them in order of my lust for them. I want them all at different times. Heh, greedy much?
3) I have 6 people. Couldn't make the cut. Sue me.
4) Time to bring on the hotness!
A few things I've learned about myself after making this post:
1) I like the pretty boys.
2) My favorite photos seem more like "moments in time" rather than those taken from highly stylized photo shoots (JRM being the exception.)
3) I need to take up photography.
4) I have met, worked with, and befriended men IRL that are every bit as handsome and endearing as these celebrities seem to be.
5) TAG, YOU'RE IT!!
valkyrias girliebacchanal happywriter06 msamericana implosive - Mood: dreamy
- Music:"Downtown Train" - Rod Stewart
Damn Britney, could you have at least TRIED to act like you wanted to be there? And if you must perform in swimwear, try a one piece next time. Thank you. Gimme Less indeed.
Sarah Silverman...I still can't decide if she's funny or offensive. I'm leaning towards the latter.
I really liked Alicia Keys' performance. The only thing that would have made it better is if George Michael himself had joined her for a duet of "Freedom." I don't care what anyone says, I still love him.
Chris Brown....yeah..just Damn. You kick ass.
Rihanna, girl you cute, but you need a voice transplant.
I loved Nelly Furtado's look. I may try to pull off some version of the tam/beret look this fall.
Shia Lebeouf has grown up to be a nice looking young man. He'll still always be that kid from "Even Stevens" though. That said, I think he has one of the coolest names in show business for a guy.
That Southern Comfort party looked to be bananas. That's the first time in a long time that I've seen something on television and totally wished I was there. Speaking of which...
Timbaland was looking awfully beefy. Must be part of that "rappers gettin' buff for hip hop" movement. It's funny to see a dude all puffed up like that, but still have a big ole' butt. Tee.
And I think Justin Timberlake is due for a black girlfriend if only temporarily. I'm just saying.
::nominates self::
Kanye West vs. 50 Cent? Nope sorry. Not buying into it. Do not want. (Though I hope KW does outsell $mall change.)
Jamie Foxx, sit down, shut up. Thank you.
I thought Beyonce was going to have a wardrobe malfunction, but thank goodness the sticky tape held. I swear that neckline was a breath away from showing her nipple.
Puffy looked jealous as hell that he wasn't up there performing during the show's finale. I don't know why, but I found that kinda amusing.
Finally, I can't believe that Kid Rock and Tommy Lee are still fighting over skank-ass Pamela Anderson. I mean srsly? WTF?
...but i hope Kid Rock kicked his ass, 'cause for whatever reason, we so love him in the D.
:-P
- Mood: exhausted
Today is the "New Edition" story, and I'm in seventh heaven.
New Edition was my absolute favoritest group growing up. What you 'NSYNC and BSB fans know about that? Before Jodeci/Silk/Shai/Troop and all those other R & B boy bands, there was Ronnie, Bobby, Ricky, Mike, Ralph, and Johnny.
And to think that Murray Wright HS booed Johnny off the stage in '88. SHAME ON YOU!!!!!!!!!!!
Bobby was a'ight, but that was a happy day for me the day I found out that Johnny had joined the group. I'd pay to hear him sing the menu at McDonald's. Love his voice (when he's not ovedoing the preachy thing).
I saw them perform in '88 and again in '97. The concert in '97 could possibly have been the worse concert I have ever attended. The animosity in the group was so obvious and you could tell they didn't even want to be on stage with each other. It was an uncomfortable thing to watch unfold and I really kinda felt sorry for them. I was certain that would be the last of that group, but somehow they are still together for the most part albeit alternately with/without Bobby.
Earlier this year when I tried to get NE tickets, I was soooo shut down. I couldn't believe that no one had tickets less than $75! It was so crazy and here I was feeling a little silly for still loving them so much. Apparently I'm not the only one.
Oh well, I know there are some pretty screwy personalities in that group and they have had their issues but they will always be a part of my wonder years. I can't wait for part 2 of their story tomorrow morning.
New Edition will always have a place in my heart.
- Mood:
nostalgic - Music:"You're Not My Kind of Girl" - New Edition
I'll be the first to admit that the Olsen twins have a certain sort of NY chic style that appeals to me greatly. I will readily admit that they are cool in the fashionable way that they put together outfits...however...
Mary Kate looks a hot mess here...Hot and Messy. She's got colors, she's got layers, patterns, beads, etc. etc. etc. I don't care what you say, there is whole lotta ugly going on here, yet there is still something slightly cool about her attitude and overall look. Perhaps it's that ever present absurdly huge cup of coffee and the big glasses.
I don't know. I think I'll rock some scaled down version of this look come fall, but rest assured there won't be so much going on with textures and colors...and I'll definitely be skipping the cowboy boots.
Yee Haw!
- Mood: snarky
"Just keep me where the light is"
- Mood: cheerful
- Music:"Just Friends" - Amy Winehouse
Little did I know that when I saw Paolo Nutini on The Today Show a wee bit over a month ago (and since fell in love with his CD) that I'd actually have the opportunity to see a performance so soon and also have a chat with him. What a nice guy. (Holy crap, I can't believe he's only 18. But those lyrics are all grown up baby.)
The kid and I sat and sang along to 5 or so songs, and Paolo really took a liking to the kid which was too cute. He gave him a "soul hand shake" that really let me know that soul is alive and well in the UK. The kid didn't seem at all perplexed about Paolo's Scottish accent. My baby is so cultured! :-) His publicist even took a picture of the kid for the band's American tour pics. All in all it was a good time.
We spent the rest of the day stolling the streets of Ann Arbor and then we headed back for errands and whatnot. Since it was also my brother's birthday I had to pick up a little something for his milestone 30th birthday. He played it low key though. I hope he's not getting depressed or feeling old. Life is good. 30 is the new....something...shit I dunno.
The day ended for me with a kick ass Cha Cha class and a slice of home made egg custard pie. Yum!
Man, it made me wanna call off the rest of the week and just chill.
But since I couldn't do that, I'll just leave it with this and remember the wonderful day that I had with my little cutie patootie.
He really is wonderful that kid.
- Mood: bouncy
- Music:"Last Request" - Paolo Nutini
