I have one exciting weekend coming up and I am getting so excited!
Thursday: Advanced screening of the new Transformers movie.
Friday: Taking off work and driving to Calgary for the White Stripes show in the evening.
Saturday: Seeing the White Stripes here in Edmonton.
Then I still have Sunday and Monday to enjoy before I am forced back into my cube for another week.
Talk about sweet! I’ll put together a report on the sweetness of the upcoming weekend next week.
Have a Happy Canada Day!
PS. It’s my quarter century birthday on the 8th. I haven’t figured out what I’m doing for a celebration, but keep in mind that I should be doing something Friday or Saturday next week.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Results After Four Listens
As some of you may have been informed by constant updates on Sean's blog, Icky Thump, the White Stripes' 6th Album was released on Tuesday.
I had arranged for Brett to buy me the album during the day so that I could get in maximum listening time during the evening. Currently I am finishing up my fourth full listen of the album and my opinions are starting to form.
I am completely loving this album. It is exactly what I needed to follow up a less rocking 5th album, Get Behind Me Satan.
This album is one of the most creative that I have listened to in a long while. There are some hard rocking, guitar heavy songs that I love seeing live balanced by some softer ones that have astounding lyrics, which I will love singing along with. I would name songs that I think really stand out as the best on the album, but I tried and ended up listing most of the album. Let's just say there are a number of rocking blues tracks that will really get you going.
The biggest surprise for me on the album is a few songs, namely Conquest, Prickly Thorn But Sweetly Worn and St. Andrew, that are practically caricatures of their genres. These songs are what I like about the White Stripes taken to the next level. They take a genre or certain sound, add some modern flare and wailing guitars and turn it into something completely their own and new sounding. Honestly, the first time I heard these songs I giggled and thought they were damn near bizarre, but after a few more listens they are really growing on me. I'm really appreciating the extra creativity that went into those songs and this album in general.
I highly recommend a listen or a purchase of this album. My picks/guesses for future singles are A Martyr for my Love for You and Little Cream Soda. Possibly Catch Hell Blues, but that might be a little too left of main stream for people.
I had arranged for Brett to buy me the album during the day so that I could get in maximum listening time during the evening. Currently I am finishing up my fourth full listen of the album and my opinions are starting to form.
I am completely loving this album. It is exactly what I needed to follow up a less rocking 5th album, Get Behind Me Satan.
This album is one of the most creative that I have listened to in a long while. There are some hard rocking, guitar heavy songs that I love seeing live balanced by some softer ones that have astounding lyrics, which I will love singing along with. I would name songs that I think really stand out as the best on the album, but I tried and ended up listing most of the album. Let's just say there are a number of rocking blues tracks that will really get you going.
The biggest surprise for me on the album is a few songs, namely Conquest, Prickly Thorn But Sweetly Worn and St. Andrew, that are practically caricatures of their genres. These songs are what I like about the White Stripes taken to the next level. They take a genre or certain sound, add some modern flare and wailing guitars and turn it into something completely their own and new sounding. Honestly, the first time I heard these songs I giggled and thought they were damn near bizarre, but after a few more listens they are really growing on me. I'm really appreciating the extra creativity that went into those songs and this album in general.
I highly recommend a listen or a purchase of this album. My picks/guesses for future singles are A Martyr for my Love for You and Little Cream Soda. Possibly Catch Hell Blues, but that might be a little too left of main stream for people.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Mini-Rant
This one is pretty random.
You know what bugs me? People who require a 3 foot radius while standing in lines. If there are 5-10 people behind this 3'R person, it is entirely possible that people will be standing outside the door while he or she refuses to take the extra two steps forward. I realize we're in Canada and we're all used to our boundless space, but other people want in the freaking door.
It bugs me. Especially when all I want is my delicious food.
You know what bugs me? People who require a 3 foot radius while standing in lines. If there are 5-10 people behind this 3'R person, it is entirely possible that people will be standing outside the door while he or she refuses to take the extra two steps forward. I realize we're in Canada and we're all used to our boundless space, but other people want in the freaking door.
It bugs me. Especially when all I want is my delicious food.
Thursday, June 7, 2007
Service? Has Anyone Seen Any Service Around Here?
I feel as though I am past the point of feeling like some kind of second-class citizen in a nice restaurant. No, my parents aren’t here, and yes, I have the money to pay you and leave a healthy tip. I think that I’m starting to look old enough that people don’t question why I would choose to go there either, especially when I’m in my work clothes.
You know why I get worse service now? Because I’m not a middle-aged powerful looking man who will leave a gigantic tip if the waitress flirts a little with me. More and more I’m finding that I get average service in nice restaurants. Ok, so it could just be a sign of the times, but I see other tables getting better service; tables with a couple of guys in expensive suits.
If I got great service, I would tip great. I am able to tip larger amounts now, but I’m only going to do it when someone deserves it. Those servers who immediately associate me with a small tip and give me average service get an average tip. They create their own self-fulfilling prophecy.
Good service tip #1: If you’re working Happy Hour, know exactly which food and drinks are included, which aren’t and notify the customer of it. Even if people can afford it, they’re going to be a little miffed when the bill doesn’t match their expectations. No one likes feeling over-charged.
You know why I get worse service now? Because I’m not a middle-aged powerful looking man who will leave a gigantic tip if the waitress flirts a little with me. More and more I’m finding that I get average service in nice restaurants. Ok, so it could just be a sign of the times, but I see other tables getting better service; tables with a couple of guys in expensive suits.
If I got great service, I would tip great. I am able to tip larger amounts now, but I’m only going to do it when someone deserves it. Those servers who immediately associate me with a small tip and give me average service get an average tip. They create their own self-fulfilling prophecy.
Good service tip #1: If you’re working Happy Hour, know exactly which food and drinks are included, which aren’t and notify the customer of it. Even if people can afford it, they’re going to be a little miffed when the bill doesn’t match their expectations. No one likes feeling over-charged.
Friday, June 1, 2007
Cloud Nine
Interesting Fact.
The first 'Cloud Atlas' that was published in 1896, identified the different types of clouds in the sky and had only 10 types of clouds. Cumulonimbus clouds, the pretty, poofy, cushiony clouds that are so pretty on a summer day, were among one of the ten identified.
What number do you think it was identified as? Number nine. That's right. That is the origin of the saying 'to be on cloud nine'.
"Cause I don't want to come back down from this cloud. It's taken me all this time to find out what I'm here for." Bush X
The first 'Cloud Atlas' that was published in 1896, identified the different types of clouds in the sky and had only 10 types of clouds. Cumulonimbus clouds, the pretty, poofy, cushiony clouds that are so pretty on a summer day, were among one of the ten identified.
What number do you think it was identified as? Number nine. That's right. That is the origin of the saying 'to be on cloud nine'.
"Cause I don't want to come back down from this cloud. It's taken me all this time to find out what I'm here for." Bush X
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