September 2006 Archives

The vinyl station in my room

On Wednesday night, I went to see Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers in Chula Vista. Beck opened which was a pleasant surprise, and the dude had puppets. Apparently, (although I have never been a real big Beck fan, I am now a Beck convert) Beck always has interesting live shows where he and his band eat breakfast at a table and then play the plates and cups like drums. Well Wednesday was no exception cause like I said, the dude had puppets of everyone in the band and they would cut from video of him singing to his puppet killing it with the puppet band- funniest thing ever. At the intermission, the puppets broke into Tom Petty's dressing room and trashed it. Why are drunk and peeing puppets funny to me?

But I digress, Tom Petty came on a little while later and kicked ass! He played all the songs I knew and loved- including some I didn't know so well. The highlight however was when he was introducing his band and then he introduced an honory "Heartbreaker", Stevie Nicks. And out came Stevie from backstage twirling in all of her crazy glory with a huge tambourine that had multiple scarves attached. One of the best concerts I have been to in awhile...

And here are some of my favorite Tom Petty songs (not in order):

- Refugee
- Free Fallin'
- Last Dance With Mary Jane
- Don't Come Around Here No More
- Learning to Fly
- Two Gunslingers
- Into The Great Wide Open
- Yer So Bad
- Alright For Now

Mural in Rosarito

So, lately I have been noticing that most of the relationships that I have with people are with "takers". Yeah, you know these people- those who take, take, take and give nothing back. Sometimes all that is needed is kind word or some sort of acknowledgment. But for some reason this is just so hard to do. And this always strikes me funny, because I painstakenly think about others feelings and how I would like to be treated. I have always been a fixer, a people pleaser. But the times are changing and I am getting really tired of over-extending myself. And I just thought that this song by Go Set Go fit my crappy mood today. The funny thing is that this song's lyrics look really mean but its actually an upbeat melody- who doesn't like bitterness in disguise?

I Hate Everyone- Get Set Go

Some stupid chick in the checkout line
Was paying for beer with nickels and dimes
And some old man who clipped coupons
Had argued whenever they wouldn't take one
All I wanted to was buy some cigarettes
But I couldn't take it anymore so I left

All the people on the street, I hate you all
And the people that I meet, I hate you all
And the people that I know, I hate you all
And the people that I don't, I hate you all
And the people in the east, I hate you all
And the people I hate least, I hate you all
And the people in the west, I hate you all
And the people I like best, I hate you all
Oh, I hate you all

My weekend poem never got off of its feet. It wasn't materializing like I wanted. So instead of a poem, I offer the song lyrics from 30 Seconds To Mars-The Story.

I've been thinking of everything
I used to want to be
I've been thinking of everything
of me, of you and me

this is the story of my life
these are the lies i have created

Ok, I felt the need to add another song. Its from The Last Kiss soundtrack- which actually pretty good. Zach Braff usually picks good sonds- quiet songs- albeit good ones.

Paperweight Joshua Radin (feat. Schuyler Fisk)- who happens to be Sissy Spacek's daughter- and the girlfriend in Orange County (the movie).

Been up all night staring at you
wondering what's on your mind
i've been this way with so many before
but this feels like the first time
you want the sunrise to go back to bed
i want to make you laugh
mess up my bed with me
kick off the covers i'm waiting
every word you say i think
i should write down
don't want to forget come daylight
happy to lay here
just happy to lbe here
i'm happy to know you
play me a song
your newest one
please leave your taste on my tongue
paperweight on my back
cover me like a blanket
mess up my bed with me
kick off the covers i'm waiting
every word you say i think
i should write down
don't want to forget come daylight
and no need to worry
that's wastin time
and no need to wonder
what's been on my mind
it's you
it's you
it's you
every word you say i think
i should write down
don't want to forget come daylight
and i give up
i let you win
you win cause i'm not counting
you made it back
to sleep again
wonder what you're dreaming

Check out my horoscope for today:

It's a myth that you have to be flaky and absentminded to be an artist. If anything, you're living proof that you can be both pragmatic and creative. That's how you're able to reach your goals with such style.

Awww, Yahoo Horoscope, flattery will get you everywhere...

Sidenote: How sad is it that I am so excited to see the new episode of Grey's Anatomy tonight. I just re-watched the season 2 finale last night- what is going to happen to Izzie? And why did they have to put the Snow Patrol song Chasing Cars in the scene where Izzie is laying next to Denny's dead body. They want you to cry- well dammit I did, I'm not even going to front.

grainy LA

You know you are going to have a good day when these are the first twenty songs that you hear on your iPod. Why does music dictate my moods?

1. I Hate Everyone- Go Set Go

20. Somebody's Watching- Rockwell

It was destined to be a good day...

Green blur of a Honda Civic

I love getting catalogs in the mail. Its like as pleasant surprise at the end of the day and believe me, I look through even the old lady, no one could possibly need these things ones. My favorites however are Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters. They are more than catalogs. Its like they are mini-art books filled with nice photos and inspiration. I saw so many things that I wanted in these two stores that I have decided to try to create some of the looks myself. So now I have my brother's girlfriend making this necklace for me- she's a jewelry genius. I would much rather have something that someone I know made it than buy it from a store and now I can have it exactly how I want it- I am bossy like that you know.

Sidenote: There is a Flicker group that has regular people take pictures of their daily outfits and explain them. Kind of like a fashion from the masses type of thing. I love the pictures of the people in thrifted clothing- especially the indie looking ones. Check it here.

various succulents

I haven't been writing on this blog as much lately. Part of this is because I am so busy and the other is because I am obsessed with Myspace. Its like a new toy and my poor blog has been cast aside, dejected. But once I post something on this blog, I remember how fun it is and how it feels better to write things down. So I will be blogging more, I won't let time pass by without new news or at least some random thoughts. Just thought I would put that out there. I am not really sure who if anyone reads this- but I thought I would inform those of you who do. Those who do must have been bored with me lately. With that said lets move on-

I heard a leaf rustle yesterday. It came by the house on a cool breeze. Yes, it was one leaf- it had no friends. And its almost here- Fall that is. I can't wait until its cooler and crisp like. Lately, all the things I have been watching have scenes where it is raining- when is going to rain here? I miss the rain, its been a long hot summer. But then again every year it gets hot and stays hot a little too long and I act like its a surprise. There must be no pleasing me. Who knows... Just a little rambling on a quasi-Fall day.

Jasmine...

Where I went: San Diego- breathe it in!

What I saw: The Las Kiss- I love Zach Braff and I liked this movie- didn't love it but I thoroughly enjoyed it. And I have loved Jacinda Barrett since she was on the Real World London.

What I ate: crazy sushi rolls. We tried a honey roll, ninja roll among others- and for some reason most of them were spicy but oh so good...

What I am listening to: 30 Seconds to Mars (Its like listening to Jared Leto in his Jordan Catalano days), Grey's Anatomy season 2 soundtrack, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Peggy Lee, and a little Cat Stevens

What I obsessed with: Grey's Anatomy (its a love/hate relationship with tv on dvds), and broccoli and pepper (not sure why but I love it) and this is where my Sunday went.

What I am daydreaming about: my first draft of a Christmas list (I love giving presents- you have no idea)

So I've been tagged by the poetry pusher herself, Moe Moe, and so as not to get called out again on her blog I will finally post a poem. I hope to live up to these poetry expectations, but alas I am no poet. So here is my simple attempt.

Long drives make me ache for you
I take furtive glances at my phone
As if you would call me
As if you could call me

The sun may be shining and the sky may be blue
But I don't gaze like I used to
My eyes pick out facts not dreams
They tell it like it is
And refuse to hope

They keep the memories at bay
So I can keep on
I fill the void with noise and mindless chatter
Noise so that I may find peace

I exhaust myself so that I can forget about you
Forget your laugh and smile that reached your eyes
So tired that I forget
Forget the warmth that was you

a suitcase that I painted- I am still toiling with it- for some reason I know it needs something else, but I still need to figure out what

On Sunday I saw Idlewild- the musical with Outkast. I know what the critics have said- that its a long music video and that the storyline is weak. I totally disagree. Yes, it was like a long music video, but its a musical people- what did you expect. And besides I love music videos and they are hard to find now cause you know MTV doesn't play music videos anymore. As for the storyline- I liked it. Ever since seeing this movie, I haven't been able to stop thinking about it. Thinking about the lush colors and the costumes and the the whole 30s prohibition era. Its a visually rich movie which is good for the artist in me. It has served as inspiration for some new things to come. I am looking to start some paintings soon. I'll let you know what transpires...

Newport Beach

What I am listening to: there is nothing better than the live version of Prince- Nothing Compares To You (way better than Sinead), a little Patsy Cline, The Byrds, Nico, early Rolling Stones, and dash of Bob Dylan

What I am obsessed with: leopard print wedges, Tarte lipgloss, Ebay again (after a two month sabbatical), artwork possibilities....

What I just bought on Ebay: a lot of 12 purses (ohh the possibilities)

What I am drinking: Water and more water

What I am dreading doing: cleaning more of the garage and joining the gym

What I am craving: sushi

What I wish: I wish there were little elves that would clean my house and go the grocery store for me

A new purse that I have been working on.

So, I know I resisted the Myspace phenomenon. But its really working for me or for Voz Clothing & Art that is. People are responding to my painted purses and sweatshirts. Its very exciting. As of right now, I have four sweatshirts to finish, and three purses to pack up. And I am looking into a store that sells artist's wares on consignment in downtown Fullerton. Hope it works out. I will be happy if I can paint for the rest of my life. It could happen...