Not so much fun as the superbowl ads.
I just read this article on yahoo.
Half of Young Americans to Get Sex Diseases - Study
Only half? Why can't all of us get them?
Its about STDs. The report claims that 50% of young adults have or will have an STD at some point. Scary eh?
Okay, so I'm all for sex education. I think young people need to know the truth. Not only that forms of birth control can help prevent some of the STDs, but also what ALL the STDs are, and which ones AREN'T effectively protected by condoms. My education in high school was, don't have sex, but if you do, use one of these properly and it will keep you more or less safe. Turns out it's less safe.
So some background, I used to work for CRHA sexual health and reporduction, and I learned more about the truth there. For example, there are 28 or more STDs. How bout another example, the article talks about the three most common STDs, and also talks about using a condom for prevention. How bout the fact that they are the tree most common precisely because a condom ISN't effective protection agains them. Or how bout this, the article talks about how some diseases leave no symptoms. Did they mention that they have no symptoms, except for your reproductive system slowly and quietly being destroyed, or maybe getting cancer?
So here's my point... maybe the reason that 50% of my generation is gonna get sick from an STD isn't because condoms aren't being used. Maybe it's because we aren't taught the whole story of what they're effective against and what they aren't.
With SO many sexual health organizations out there, religious and secular, conservative and liberal, why the Hell isn't anyone giving us the WHOLE story, and why aren't the people who ARE abstaining speaking up more about it. It's difficult, but not that impossible.
Wednesday, February 25, 2004
Me so Hungy!
Yep, it's Ash Wednesday. Mmmmm... fasting. Actually, I got nothing to complain about. A few of us went out last night for Mardi Gras, and I got my fill of fast food, wings, beer, pop, etc. Awesome to see Pituch and Devin too.
So lent eh? What're you giving up? I've got my standard junk food, and this year a new addition, 'carbonated beverages'. I'm not 100% sure if iced tea counts in that category or not. So I gotta force myself to eat healthy for the next 40 days. I'm really hoping the habit sticks... can't say I always treat my body like the temple it is! My number 1 goal, is to get through all of Lent joyfully this year. Penitent too of course, but there should be joy in penance and the knowledge of forgiveness.
Time for a rant.
I'm sick of everyone's opinion on The Passion of The Christ by Mel Gibson. Seriously. I saw it a few weeks ago and loved it. Well, I suffered deeply through it. It was good for my faith to see a portrayal of Christ that was so human, yet so amazingly strong and determined. Everyone is talking about how the portrayal reflects an older view of the Gospels, not in line with the modern Christian or Catholic, conservative etc etc etc. Whatever. The Gospel of John came out in theatres too. Haven't seen it or heard much, but someone told me it portrays a very 'happy Jesus'. You know, the gentle, sentimental, laughing sort of Christ that a lot of the more evangelical films show.
I don't doubt Jesus was happy a lot of His life. He's the Son of God, He knows the Father, He's divine. I'd be happy and joyful too. But you know, it isn't the whole picture. I bet Jesus got sick, he probably got a little frustrated (or a lot frustrated) from time to time, and He DID suffer on Earth. He had to suffer in a real way, experience pain in a real way that can't be forgotten for it to mean anything. So, is a portrayal of Happy Jesus complete? No. Neither is the Passion. Neither is any story we can show. The only ones who know a lot about what he was like in person, are the people who hung out with him. No sermon, movie, drama, play, whatever, can portray the entire message and meaning of the life of Christ.
So here's MY opinion. As a Catholic I believe God is universal. In fact, Catholic means universal. So that means it's my job to always challenge my faith to have a universal prayer life, a universal knowledge of my faith, and a universal image of God. That is, all encompassing. That is taking everything good I can find, and finding a way to relate it to my faith, through progress, tradition, joy, suffering, love, tough times. Having said that, I think it's stupid to say that the Passion only portrays one side of Christ. Duh. It's about about 12 hours of the life of a guy who lived 31 some odd years. I don't think you can fully develop a character that fast. What I like is it REALLY showed the humanity of Christ, and through the resurrection and some other scenes, showed how amazingly Divine he was too. Is it complete and accurate? NO. Is ANYTHING we write about Christ 2004 years later... I doubt it. There's no real way to accurately measure it, cuz we have a faded, kinda blurry picture of it to start with. If you wanna analyze it historically go ahead, but leave me out of it, cuz it's all theory. If you see the movie and like it, like it. If it inspires something new in your faith, celebrate it, if it raises questions, ask them, but if you ain't gonna see it, don't complain, and if you didn't like it, fine, but quit raining on my parade.
That's it.
So lent eh? What're you giving up? I've got my standard junk food, and this year a new addition, 'carbonated beverages'. I'm not 100% sure if iced tea counts in that category or not. So I gotta force myself to eat healthy for the next 40 days. I'm really hoping the habit sticks... can't say I always treat my body like the temple it is! My number 1 goal, is to get through all of Lent joyfully this year. Penitent too of course, but there should be joy in penance and the knowledge of forgiveness.
Time for a rant.
I'm sick of everyone's opinion on The Passion of The Christ by Mel Gibson. Seriously. I saw it a few weeks ago and loved it. Well, I suffered deeply through it. It was good for my faith to see a portrayal of Christ that was so human, yet so amazingly strong and determined. Everyone is talking about how the portrayal reflects an older view of the Gospels, not in line with the modern Christian or Catholic, conservative etc etc etc. Whatever. The Gospel of John came out in theatres too. Haven't seen it or heard much, but someone told me it portrays a very 'happy Jesus'. You know, the gentle, sentimental, laughing sort of Christ that a lot of the more evangelical films show.
I don't doubt Jesus was happy a lot of His life. He's the Son of God, He knows the Father, He's divine. I'd be happy and joyful too. But you know, it isn't the whole picture. I bet Jesus got sick, he probably got a little frustrated (or a lot frustrated) from time to time, and He DID suffer on Earth. He had to suffer in a real way, experience pain in a real way that can't be forgotten for it to mean anything. So, is a portrayal of Happy Jesus complete? No. Neither is the Passion. Neither is any story we can show. The only ones who know a lot about what he was like in person, are the people who hung out with him. No sermon, movie, drama, play, whatever, can portray the entire message and meaning of the life of Christ.
So here's MY opinion. As a Catholic I believe God is universal. In fact, Catholic means universal. So that means it's my job to always challenge my faith to have a universal prayer life, a universal knowledge of my faith, and a universal image of God. That is, all encompassing. That is taking everything good I can find, and finding a way to relate it to my faith, through progress, tradition, joy, suffering, love, tough times. Having said that, I think it's stupid to say that the Passion only portrays one side of Christ. Duh. It's about about 12 hours of the life of a guy who lived 31 some odd years. I don't think you can fully develop a character that fast. What I like is it REALLY showed the humanity of Christ, and through the resurrection and some other scenes, showed how amazingly Divine he was too. Is it complete and accurate? NO. Is ANYTHING we write about Christ 2004 years later... I doubt it. There's no real way to accurately measure it, cuz we have a faded, kinda blurry picture of it to start with. If you wanna analyze it historically go ahead, but leave me out of it, cuz it's all theory. If you see the movie and like it, like it. If it inspires something new in your faith, celebrate it, if it raises questions, ask them, but if you ain't gonna see it, don't complain, and if you didn't like it, fine, but quit raining on my parade.
That's it.
Saturday, February 21, 2004
Farewell to Giardia!!!
Well, I had my 25th and a half birthday last night. Why, you might ask, does this guy get a 25th and a half? Well, the thing is I missed my actual 25th due to a wisdom teeth extraction the night before, and I never got a chance to catch up.
In the end, almost EVERYONE I hoped would come showed up. Some old friends I don't see enough (Thanks for comin Pituch!) a few I see quite often (Thanks for comin youth ministry folks) and some I totally didn't expect to see (Thanks for comin Dave and Chris and Sara and Aaron). There were a lot of other people that came, but if I thanked everyone individually, it would be like a page, so thanks so much everyone for coming. You guys really made it the party I was hoping for.
A few notable missings... people I was really hoping would show but had some pretty good excuses for not being there. I was very sad that both Ryan and Christine had other plans that night though... Definitely not the same without them.
We went to the trap and gill. I didn't drive, which is VERY unusual, so I let loose. No one but me, and whichever poor girl I grabbed, danced the first set, but it was still good. By the second you had to fight for space on the dance floor... very awesome. Me and Erin and her friend James were the only three who lasted to the end, but it was cool... we had a great time.
Oh yeah, did I mention Erin is the best girlfriend in the world. Aside from just being super fun, I love that in a big party, she is friends with everyone by the end of it, and I don't have to worry if she is getting bored or something, and I love that she didn't get mad when I spilled beer on her (sorry sweetie) AND that when I went into the guys washroom to clean off said beer (I spilled it on myself too) she came out of a stall cleaning herself off like it was no big deal. Actually, the other guys' reactions were pretty funny!
Now I'm home, clean, a little bit rested, and ready to go look at sound gear for the Church, and my new tattoo design!
In the end, almost EVERYONE I hoped would come showed up. Some old friends I don't see enough (Thanks for comin Pituch!) a few I see quite often (Thanks for comin youth ministry folks) and some I totally didn't expect to see (Thanks for comin Dave and Chris and Sara and Aaron). There were a lot of other people that came, but if I thanked everyone individually, it would be like a page, so thanks so much everyone for coming. You guys really made it the party I was hoping for.
A few notable missings... people I was really hoping would show but had some pretty good excuses for not being there. I was very sad that both Ryan and Christine had other plans that night though... Definitely not the same without them.
We went to the trap and gill. I didn't drive, which is VERY unusual, so I let loose. No one but me, and whichever poor girl I grabbed, danced the first set, but it was still good. By the second you had to fight for space on the dance floor... very awesome. Me and Erin and her friend James were the only three who lasted to the end, but it was cool... we had a great time.
Oh yeah, did I mention Erin is the best girlfriend in the world. Aside from just being super fun, I love that in a big party, she is friends with everyone by the end of it, and I don't have to worry if she is getting bored or something, and I love that she didn't get mad when I spilled beer on her (sorry sweetie) AND that when I went into the guys washroom to clean off said beer (I spilled it on myself too) she came out of a stall cleaning herself off like it was no big deal. Actually, the other guys' reactions were pretty funny!
Now I'm home, clean, a little bit rested, and ready to go look at sound gear for the Church, and my new tattoo design!
Thursday, February 19, 2004
Chicks dig me
Okay... so I just got back from 'babysitting' for the first time in my life.
For those of you who don't know, I have somewhat of a phobia of kids under about 12. Typically it involves stress, discomfort, and on occasion crippling fear.
So why was I 'babysitting' tonight you might ask? I guess it has something to do with having an awesome girlfriend, who REALLY wanted me to meet her niece. Okay, that makes it sound kinda forced. It was really important to her, and I love her, so it is thus important to me.
And how did it go you might ask? Well, a little girl who is apparently not so keen on boys (she's a little over 1) took a shining to me, and next thing I know, she's sitting on my lap for two hours while me and Erin 'read' to her (and by 'read' I mean, I'd hold the book and she'd randomly flip pages). SO not what I expected on more than one level. First of all, yeah... me having a baby on my lap... hahahaha... NOT expecting that. Second... it wasn't so bad... she was a cute kid. I didn't get stressed out, freaked out, or any of the above, even when all of the Fitz' were standing there marvelling that she liked me (Me plus babies is one thing, me plus babies plus spectators = freak out). I'd almost go so far as to say it was kinda fun! Having Erin right beside me the whole time helped a lot... I knew that if I started getting on edge or anything weird happened she'd be right there to take over, but I'm definitely glad I got the couple hours over there.
I'm also glad that Cas waited until I was leaving to do anything that constitues 'gross'. Hahaha... That's the difference between being the babysitter, and the babysitter's boyfriend :D
For those of you who don't know, I have somewhat of a phobia of kids under about 12. Typically it involves stress, discomfort, and on occasion crippling fear.
So why was I 'babysitting' tonight you might ask? I guess it has something to do with having an awesome girlfriend, who REALLY wanted me to meet her niece. Okay, that makes it sound kinda forced. It was really important to her, and I love her, so it is thus important to me.
And how did it go you might ask? Well, a little girl who is apparently not so keen on boys (she's a little over 1) took a shining to me, and next thing I know, she's sitting on my lap for two hours while me and Erin 'read' to her (and by 'read' I mean, I'd hold the book and she'd randomly flip pages). SO not what I expected on more than one level. First of all, yeah... me having a baby on my lap... hahahaha... NOT expecting that. Second... it wasn't so bad... she was a cute kid. I didn't get stressed out, freaked out, or any of the above, even when all of the Fitz' were standing there marvelling that she liked me (Me plus babies is one thing, me plus babies plus spectators = freak out). I'd almost go so far as to say it was kinda fun! Having Erin right beside me the whole time helped a lot... I knew that if I started getting on edge or anything weird happened she'd be right there to take over, but I'm definitely glad I got the couple hours over there.
I'm also glad that Cas waited until I was leaving to do anything that constitues 'gross'. Hahaha... That's the difference between being the babysitter, and the babysitter's boyfriend :D
Monday, February 16, 2004
Whoa, a week!
Oops, guess I dropped the updating ball eh? You wouldn't think it would have been so busy a week, but hey, what can a guy do? It pays the bills.
Had a good week... too many late nights though. I REALLY REALLY need to work on my will power.
Okay, suppose I have to update about Valentines don't I? It was really awesome. I got the Valiant out of storage (cuz really, how romantic is a camaro) and washed it up and everything. Put on the big bad pinstrip suit and picked up Erin. She had this awesome sort of retro style dress, but moderny... looked TOTALLY hot in it. We hit Il Pescatore for dinner. Very fancy food, but really good too (not like, "what? People eat this and pay money for it?" kind of fancy food). Nice atmosphere too. Then hit Muriettas for a little dancing. Yeah, Back Alley John was like the worst white blues player ever! He was technically competant for the most part (well, the band got out of time a couple times) but no passion. It was like watching corpses play. Ick. BUT got a nice long bluesy dance in, so no complaints. I'm sure there's lots more that I could say about the whole night, but it was a Valentine's day date, so that's none of your business (oooo... scandalous). Only two other things I'd say... #1 I have the most amazing girlfriend EVER, and #2 The best part of the date was that it felt like every day I get to spend with Erin, which is awesome.
My cousin Chris is in town, so that's cool. Done some hanging out, playing guitar, smoking shisha, enjoying some beverages... good times.
Ooo, and apparently my new tattoo design is completed... I'm gonna go in this week or next to see it! YAY!
Had a good week... too many late nights though. I REALLY REALLY need to work on my will power.
Okay, suppose I have to update about Valentines don't I? It was really awesome. I got the Valiant out of storage (cuz really, how romantic is a camaro) and washed it up and everything. Put on the big bad pinstrip suit and picked up Erin. She had this awesome sort of retro style dress, but moderny... looked TOTALLY hot in it. We hit Il Pescatore for dinner. Very fancy food, but really good too (not like, "what? People eat this and pay money for it?" kind of fancy food). Nice atmosphere too. Then hit Muriettas for a little dancing. Yeah, Back Alley John was like the worst white blues player ever! He was technically competant for the most part (well, the band got out of time a couple times) but no passion. It was like watching corpses play. Ick. BUT got a nice long bluesy dance in, so no complaints. I'm sure there's lots more that I could say about the whole night, but it was a Valentine's day date, so that's none of your business (oooo... scandalous). Only two other things I'd say... #1 I have the most amazing girlfriend EVER, and #2 The best part of the date was that it felt like every day I get to spend with Erin, which is awesome.
My cousin Chris is in town, so that's cool. Done some hanging out, playing guitar, smoking shisha, enjoying some beverages... good times.
Ooo, and apparently my new tattoo design is completed... I'm gonna go in this week or next to see it! YAY!
Monday, February 09, 2004
Retreat Madness
Actually, not so mad. It was a fantastic weekend. The Faciliation did a great job, and all the leaders were just brilliant. The kids were scary good for Jr. Highs. A couple trouble makers, but not malicious. I was really sick, which was a bummer, but Erin who is more mended than I, and Natalie picked up some slack for me. Biggest bummer was the broken guitar string at campfire though... couldn't finish with a few more songs.
Now I'm very tired and quite sore. I think it was the bed... man I'm getting old.
Also had to play at church last night... it was fine, but I was super tired, so I think I made more mistakes than I normally would.
Hung out with Erin and Ryan last night. Good times, watched American Wedding. Shocking Hilarity = 7/10 (not as good as 1 and 2 for that, but more cheese due to the 'wedding' part of it) Ended up staying 'till 2... sigh.
OOOO! My Digitech RPA300 came today! A day Early! Huzzah! (yeah, I just said huzzah) I can't wait to tear into this baby and see what I can get my guitar to do with it!
Now I'm very tired and quite sore. I think it was the bed... man I'm getting old.
Also had to play at church last night... it was fine, but I was super tired, so I think I made more mistakes than I normally would.
Hung out with Erin and Ryan last night. Good times, watched American Wedding. Shocking Hilarity = 7/10 (not as good as 1 and 2 for that, but more cheese due to the 'wedding' part of it) Ended up staying 'till 2... sigh.
OOOO! My Digitech RPA300 came today! A day Early! Huzzah! (yeah, I just said huzzah) I can't wait to tear into this baby and see what I can get my guitar to do with it!
Friday, February 06, 2004
Jr. High Madness
Yep, that's what I'm getting ready for. The Jr. High Retreat is this weekend, and it's gonna be nuts. We have 70 some odd kids and about 30 leaders. Yikes! Hopefully the leaders do a good job this weekend, it'll make us facilitator's jobs easier.
But here's the crappy part... REALLY sick right now. I have some sort of flu that has me in a daze and makes sleeping and/or getting up in the morning VERY difficult... this is gonna suck. I've really gotta do my best to keep alert and enthusiastic... we expect it of our leaders, and so we need to do the same.
Gonna miss Erin too. I know, its only 3 days, but we've been so spoiled for time over the last couple months that time apart is kinda sucky. Ah well, Valentine's day next weekend right? We'll get our chance then.
Anyway, gotta pack the car... have a good weekend y'all.
But here's the crappy part... REALLY sick right now. I have some sort of flu that has me in a daze and makes sleeping and/or getting up in the morning VERY difficult... this is gonna suck. I've really gotta do my best to keep alert and enthusiastic... we expect it of our leaders, and so we need to do the same.
Gonna miss Erin too. I know, its only 3 days, but we've been so spoiled for time over the last couple months that time apart is kinda sucky. Ah well, Valentine's day next weekend right? We'll get our chance then.
Anyway, gotta pack the car... have a good weekend y'all.
Tuesday, February 03, 2004
Youth Ministry Ads
Yep, advertising youth ministry stuff.
#1 - Sr. High Bowling night. Wednesday Feb. 11. 9-10 pm. Cost is $3.25 per game. Meet at Chinook Bowladrome at 8:55 pm.
#2 - Swing dance lessons. St. Bonaventure Parish, 7:30 - 9:00 pm. Starts Thursday Feb. 12 and runs every week until March 4. Cost is $20 a person. All ages welcome, no partner or experience necessary. Money goes to buy St. Bonaventure YM a new computer. Special rates for families.
Lots of posts in the last two days, so make sure you don't miss any!
#1 - Sr. High Bowling night. Wednesday Feb. 11. 9-10 pm. Cost is $3.25 per game. Meet at Chinook Bowladrome at 8:55 pm.
#2 - Swing dance lessons. St. Bonaventure Parish, 7:30 - 9:00 pm. Starts Thursday Feb. 12 and runs every week until March 4. Cost is $20 a person. All ages welcome, no partner or experience necessary. Money goes to buy St. Bonaventure YM a new computer. Special rates for families.
Lots of posts in the last two days, so make sure you don't miss any!
I'm famous!
Well, not really, but the web-admin from the-insight.com emailed and asked to link to my blog off of the Catholic section of their web page. I'm not entirely sure what the page is, but it seems to be a big spirituality index. They have a bunch of links to Catholicism, Christianity, and other religions too. The link on the side'll take ya to the Catholic section. It seems like a cool site, but I haven't followed all the links, so I can't vouch for theology of the pages or anything... read with your filters on, but check it out since they were nice enough to offer me a link. Got any questions about anything you see on there? Feel free to email me at youth_minister_guy@hotmail.com and we'll discuss it.
Have fun kids!
Have fun kids!
Monday, February 02, 2004
Super Bowl Ad Awards
Well, just checked out ifilm to watch the famous commercials, and I wasn't disappointed.
So here are the Fox awards for the best superbowl ads (not affiliated with Fox Broadcasting)
Funniest ad - Charmin Bear in the Game, but only cuz I had a QB who liked to do that trying to get me to jump offside in the lineup (ick)
Funniest Run - Tie between Bud Light ads and the AOL. I think AOL is the slight winner cuz the used OC choppers, but Bud light had more.
Worst ad - The Gillette Angel by your side ad. God this thing was stupid.
Product I want most - Any of the Chevy's... that Aveo looks really cool, and maybe even affordable for a Youth Minister!
Most inspiring - Linux: Muhammad Ali, Shake up the World
Best Message - Truth - Glass Freeze Pops
Most Creative - Truth - Glass Freeze Pops
Worst Values - Pepsi - Most of their ads (although still funny) Runner up on this one is the bud light lipstick one.
Least creative - Gillette Quattro
Worst attempt at a positive message - White House ONDCP anti drug commercial (good message, just came across as a bunch of Narcs in suits who put it together)
Honourable mentions - Mastercard's Homer Commercial, The NFL inspirational ones... both pretty good. The Mitsubishi see what happens. (go to www.seewhathappens.com for a high quality view of the commercial, and the making of it)
check out http://ifilm.com/?sctn=collections&pg=superbowl2004 to see the all the fantastic stuff you need to buy today.
So here are the Fox awards for the best superbowl ads (not affiliated with Fox Broadcasting)
Funniest ad - Charmin Bear in the Game, but only cuz I had a QB who liked to do that trying to get me to jump offside in the lineup (ick)
Funniest Run - Tie between Bud Light ads and the AOL. I think AOL is the slight winner cuz the used OC choppers, but Bud light had more.
Worst ad - The Gillette Angel by your side ad. God this thing was stupid.
Product I want most - Any of the Chevy's... that Aveo looks really cool, and maybe even affordable for a Youth Minister!
Most inspiring - Linux: Muhammad Ali, Shake up the World
Best Message - Truth - Glass Freeze Pops
Most Creative - Truth - Glass Freeze Pops
Worst Values - Pepsi - Most of their ads (although still funny) Runner up on this one is the bud light lipstick one.
Least creative - Gillette Quattro
Worst attempt at a positive message - White House ONDCP anti drug commercial (good message, just came across as a bunch of Narcs in suits who put it together)
Honourable mentions - Mastercard's Homer Commercial, The NFL inspirational ones... both pretty good. The Mitsubishi see what happens. (go to www.seewhathappens.com for a high quality view of the commercial, and the making of it)
check out http://ifilm.com/?sctn=collections&pg=superbowl2004 to see the all the fantastic stuff you need to buy today.
Sunday, February 01, 2004
Lyrics at last
First night I've felt like some that meant something
Your love is amazing, steady and unchanging
Your love is a mountain, firm beneath my feet.
Your love is a mystery, how you gently lift me,
When I am surrounded, your love carries me.
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Your love makes me sing
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Your love makes me sing
Could sing that to a lot of great people in my life, but there's two in particular... One is always watching and the other one should know who she is.
Your love is amazing, steady and unchanging
Your love is a mountain, firm beneath my feet.
Your love is a mystery, how you gently lift me,
When I am surrounded, your love carries me.
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Your love makes me sing
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah
Your love makes me sing
Could sing that to a lot of great people in my life, but there's two in particular... One is always watching and the other one should know who she is.
Smokin Crazy Kabuki Hurricane
And those aren't even all the words in the titles of the bands playing.
Went to the Night Gallery for the first time ever tonight. I felt a little clean cut in there, but we were there for a specific show so it was alright. It was Hurricane Felix and the Southern Twisters with Burlesque dancing by the Kabuki Guns, and warm up acts by the Crazy 8s and the Smokin' 45s. Sounds like a mouthful eh? Had a super good time.
Definitely not your all ages type show, especially with the dancers, and rockabilly lyrics tend to be raunchy too, but it was fun. So much energy in the music... could just sit hypnotised by the bass players slappin the standup and the guitar solos rippin. Erin, David and Sinead came along too... we all had a great time. Very crowded and smoky, but barely noticed. Definitely worth the $10.
Last night had dinner with Mel and Roland (a couple Erin knows) at the Cactus Club. But in 14 songs, about 2/3 swing and the others bad 80s on the juke.. I think they were ready to kill us.
Anyway, super tired now... going to sleep.
Went to the Night Gallery for the first time ever tonight. I felt a little clean cut in there, but we were there for a specific show so it was alright. It was Hurricane Felix and the Southern Twisters with Burlesque dancing by the Kabuki Guns, and warm up acts by the Crazy 8s and the Smokin' 45s. Sounds like a mouthful eh? Had a super good time.
Definitely not your all ages type show, especially with the dancers, and rockabilly lyrics tend to be raunchy too, but it was fun. So much energy in the music... could just sit hypnotised by the bass players slappin the standup and the guitar solos rippin. Erin, David and Sinead came along too... we all had a great time. Very crowded and smoky, but barely noticed. Definitely worth the $10.
Last night had dinner with Mel and Roland (a couple Erin knows) at the Cactus Club. But in 14 songs, about 2/3 swing and the others bad 80s on the juke.. I think they were ready to kill us.
Anyway, super tired now... going to sleep.
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