It's no surprise really that the media is hyping this up so much. And yet people seem surprised and annoyed by how much attention MJ is getting for dying. Actually, I'd say people are more annoyed with the tone the multitude of stories are taking. Almost everything is mournful with an oh-MJ-you'll-be-missed-so-much kind of tone. These annoyed people like to think they are clever by calling the media out on the bluff, pointing to the fact that in recent years, the same journalists were attacking him for being a weird, semi white, semi black, semi male, semi female, baby hanging, delicate nosed, pedophile.
While this is very true, I'd like to point out that the reason the media is taking this tone is because Michael Jackson was once loved by nearly everybody. He was revolutionary in his career. He was the king of pop! The way he's been for the past decade or so (really, the entire time I've been conscious of him...wasn't around when he was making good music) was ruining the way people wanted him to be. They want the Jackson 5 and Thriller.
So, it makes total sense that now he's finally out of the way, we can go on remembering him the way we want him to be instead of who he really was.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Jon and Kate...
Ok, I don't even know where to start...
Here, watch this first:
The article that I found this in talked about how she would've been surprised if the Gosselins had ended the show to save their marriage. I agree and I also think it's semi ridiculous that they're trying to pass the living situation off as "it's the kids' house" crap. It's so transparent! Any Jon and Kate Plus 8 fan knows that their house has had special studio lighting installed for the show. They're switching off time at the house because following the kids to Jon's house would cost the show more money!
It's just so obvious to me that this entire situation is all about money. That's why they're continuing the show. Plain and simple. There is really no other reasonable reason for it. And like the article said, "I get that this is reality, but it's just not a fun show about the chaos of eight children anymore. It's uncomfortable to watch." And probably seriously unhealthy for the kids in the long term.
Who can really blame them though? She writes and he does what again? Not really something that can support a household of 10, let alone college educations, hospital bills, special interests the kids might have, etc. The show is probably their biggest source of income.
And also, I'd like to point out that as bitchy as Kate can get with Jon, it's completely justified. From what they show on tv at least, it appears as though Jon just ambles through life allowing Kate to boss him around because it's easier than trying to think and do for himself. There was really no partnership that I saw in that relationship to begin with. He should have taken more of a stance and active role in his family from the beginning.
8 kids are stressful. duh. 8 kids plus a passive and lazy husband, that's super stressful. But 8 kids plus a passive and lazy husband AND a house full of cameras watching your every move AND the stresses of everyday life = insanity. And yet we laugh and blame Kate for being such a bitch. I'm not saying her behavior is appropriate, I'm just saying we need to evaluate the situation more closely before throwing around accusing names.
HOWEVER, if you are into making fun of Kate or the whole show in general, Dr.CoolSex on youtube puts out some pretty hilarious parodies.
Here's one for you to sample :)
Here, watch this first:
The article that I found this in talked about how she would've been surprised if the Gosselins had ended the show to save their marriage. I agree and I also think it's semi ridiculous that they're trying to pass the living situation off as "it's the kids' house" crap. It's so transparent! Any Jon and Kate Plus 8 fan knows that their house has had special studio lighting installed for the show. They're switching off time at the house because following the kids to Jon's house would cost the show more money!
It's just so obvious to me that this entire situation is all about money. That's why they're continuing the show. Plain and simple. There is really no other reasonable reason for it. And like the article said, "I get that this is reality, but it's just not a fun show about the chaos of eight children anymore. It's uncomfortable to watch." And probably seriously unhealthy for the kids in the long term.
Who can really blame them though? She writes and he does what again? Not really something that can support a household of 10, let alone college educations, hospital bills, special interests the kids might have, etc. The show is probably their biggest source of income.
And also, I'd like to point out that as bitchy as Kate can get with Jon, it's completely justified. From what they show on tv at least, it appears as though Jon just ambles through life allowing Kate to boss him around because it's easier than trying to think and do for himself. There was really no partnership that I saw in that relationship to begin with. He should have taken more of a stance and active role in his family from the beginning.
8 kids are stressful. duh. 8 kids plus a passive and lazy husband, that's super stressful. But 8 kids plus a passive and lazy husband AND a house full of cameras watching your every move AND the stresses of everyday life = insanity. And yet we laugh and blame Kate for being such a bitch. I'm not saying her behavior is appropriate, I'm just saying we need to evaluate the situation more closely before throwing around accusing names.
HOWEVER, if you are into making fun of Kate or the whole show in general, Dr.CoolSex on youtube puts out some pretty hilarious parodies.
Here's one for you to sample :)
Monday, June 15, 2009
I gotta joke for ya!
I was watching Natalie on communitychannel (on youtube) and she always shows some comments left from the last video that she enjoyed. One was this joke and I liked it so much, I decided to share it with you :)
A student comes to a young professor's office hours. She glances down the hall, closes his door, and kneels pleadingly. "I would do anything to pass this exam." She leans closer to him, flips back her hair, gazes meaningfully into his eyes.
"I mean," she whispers, "I would do anything."
He returns her gaze, "Anything?"
"Anything."
His voice turns to a whisper, "Would you... study?"
A student comes to a young professor's office hours. She glances down the hall, closes his door, and kneels pleadingly. "I would do anything to pass this exam." She leans closer to him, flips back her hair, gazes meaningfully into his eyes.
"I mean," she whispers, "I would do anything."
He returns her gaze, "Anything?"
"Anything."
His voice turns to a whisper, "Would you... study?"
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Summer Music Choices
Ok, so I made a few posts today instead of doing one big one with unrelated stuff.
This is is about my summer music. I've discovered some bands and am just crazy in love with them right now!
First up is Mika. His music is amazing and the man himself is sexy as hell! Well, in a skinny boy, musician, quirky kinda way. Which is sexy to me. He was born in Lebanon and you can really see the European influence in his music videos.
I had a really hard time figuring out what song to post here. Grace Kelly is my favorite but Big Girl is really good too and Lollipop... Relax, Take it Easy...oh and Love Today...see my dilemma?! So I think I'll just post a few and leave it up to you all to check out the others.
oh what the hell, here's Grace Kelly too!
The next band I've fallen for is MGMT. It's actually been a long courtship, but I've heard enough of their stuff now to be sure I'm ready to take this relationship to the next level, sort to speak :)
So, if you listen to popular/alt rock radio, you're probably familiar with the song, Kids, by them. That song was really good before they over played it. But here's some of their other stuff that is just as good if not better. Enjoy!
This is the interactive version of the music video. For some reason I can't embed the actual one, so you'll just have to go to youtube yourself to watch the real one.
Yeah, for some reason the embed option is disabled on all of their music videos. But if you like them, you can go to youtube and see all of them. I'll also recommend the songs Time to Pretend, and Youth.
Okay, and the last band I've added to my summer playlist is Backseat Goodbye. Like MGMT, I've known about them for a while but haven't had the chance to really get to know them until now. My absolute favorite of theirs is Technicolor Eyes! :) They also do great covers of My Girl (by the Temptations) and Anyone Else but You (by the Moldy Peaches).
Here's my favorite :)
I hope you all enjoy my music!
This is is about my summer music. I've discovered some bands and am just crazy in love with them right now!
First up is Mika. His music is amazing and the man himself is sexy as hell! Well, in a skinny boy, musician, quirky kinda way. Which is sexy to me. He was born in Lebanon and you can really see the European influence in his music videos.
I had a really hard time figuring out what song to post here. Grace Kelly is my favorite but Big Girl is really good too and Lollipop... Relax, Take it Easy...oh and Love Today...see my dilemma?! So I think I'll just post a few and leave it up to you all to check out the others.
oh what the hell, here's Grace Kelly too!
The next band I've fallen for is MGMT. It's actually been a long courtship, but I've heard enough of their stuff now to be sure I'm ready to take this relationship to the next level, sort to speak :)
So, if you listen to popular/alt rock radio, you're probably familiar with the song, Kids, by them. That song was really good before they over played it. But here's some of their other stuff that is just as good if not better. Enjoy!
This is the interactive version of the music video. For some reason I can't embed the actual one, so you'll just have to go to youtube yourself to watch the real one.
Yeah, for some reason the embed option is disabled on all of their music videos. But if you like them, you can go to youtube and see all of them. I'll also recommend the songs Time to Pretend, and Youth.
Okay, and the last band I've added to my summer playlist is Backseat Goodbye. Like MGMT, I've known about them for a while but haven't had the chance to really get to know them until now. My absolute favorite of theirs is Technicolor Eyes! :) They also do great covers of My Girl (by the Temptations) and Anyone Else but You (by the Moldy Peaches).
Here's my favorite :)
I hope you all enjoy my music!
Baby Discipline by Street Carnage
If you haven't seen this guy's videos, you MUST. He is the funniest stay at home dad ever! Here's one video and here's a link to his other stuff :)
*fyi, not all of his stuff is as entertaining as the videos with his kids.
*fyi, not all of his stuff is as entertaining as the videos with his kids.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Another (adorable) Frustrated kid I can relate to
I don't really know what it says about me that every time I see a video like this, my first response is, Oh!!! I know exactly how he feels!
He's so cute and his dilemma is so funny I had to post it:
He's so cute and his dilemma is so funny I had to post it:
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
holy *%#$!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ladies and gentlemen! The FUTURE has arrived!
I MUST have one of these at some point in my life. This is the absolute coolest thing I have EVER seen!
I can't help but wonder though, it is going to as intensely frustrating as voice command wireless car phones or gps?
I MUST have one of these at some point in my life. This is the absolute coolest thing I have EVER seen!
I can't help but wonder though, it is going to as intensely frustrating as voice command wireless car phones or gps?
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Taking Woodstock
Hello friends!
I don't have a whole lot of time (which is why my posts have been less frequent) but I wanted to share this because it looks really good!!!
I'm really excited to see it:
I don't have a whole lot of time (which is why my posts have been less frequent) but I wanted to share this because it looks really good!!!
I'm really excited to see it:
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