Milestone!

Last week my little Chevy Aveo hit the 50,000 mile mark. I've been looking forward to this for about a month with much excitement but when the moment came I felt a little sad. I still love my car though. It's a great storage facility and extra closet. 

This is my old and first car, the Honda Civic hatchback. I referred to her as grams because she was definitely a granny car but she was good and true. 

Blog Anniversary.

So, I've had my blog for a year now. Not much has changed in blog land, my sister is still just about the only person who ever leaves me a comment. The above picture is of the best cake ever concocted. Someone please make me one for this important holiday in my life. (that'd be you, mom) 

Level 80!

I recently hit a huge milestone in my life. I have a max level character in the World of Warcraft! This took months of hard work and dedication. haha. I'm pretty much the biggest nerd EVER. I love it! 

Kanye Showing the World he's a Douche, yet again.

MTV Shows

Brooke, this is what everyone is talking about. MTV makes you sit through an ad before the video starts. 

The Guild

For months now my friends have been asking me if I've ever watched the web series The Guild. When I tell them no, they recommend it to me, highly. I was at mom's the other day and Rob had it on dvd so we watched the first 3 episodes. I was laughing so hard that I literally fell off the couch. If you're a huge gamer this show relates to you in so many ways. I found it especially hilarious as I just very recently started a guild with 5 friends. 

If you have time, watch an episode. They're only 5 minutes long. 

Football!!

The return of football also brings the return of my will to live. I will not be as lucky this year as I was last year to have almost every Sunday off to watch football. I did however, wake up to football this morning. There is no better way to wake up, in my opinion, and Sanchez didn't even fuck it up. Although I have to watch the rest of it via internet updates at work, I am still excited to see what the Jets can do this season. 

I have a fun football season planned. I think I'm going to a Seahawks game, I'll be making some trips to Ashland for Thursday night games AND I have a friendly little wager on the Jets vs. Jags game. Lets just say, someone is going to be painting a gigantic Jets logo on their ceiling and it sure as shit won't be me. 

Too Cute

(500) Days of Summer

I have been impatiently waiting since the release date of July 17th for this movie to come to my town. I saw the previews back in June and couldn't wait to see it. I'm not a big movie theater girl but I'm so glad I went, I'm completely enamored. It is an instant favorite, it helps that it stars Zooey Deschanel who is one of my girl crushes but even without her, it's amazing. It's interesting and unpredictable and random but at the same time somewhat linear. In the beginning the narrator informs you that it is not a love story, he's correct and incorrect at the same time. I would highly highly suggest going to see this. 

Also, the soundtrack rocks! I went home and immediately downloaded it from itunes. Two of my favorites on the soundtrack are Us by Regina Spektor and She's Got You High by Mumm-Ra. So good!

I went to an AMAZING concert last night...

I went to Eugene last night with my friend Spizz to check out a concert that was happening at the McDonald Theatre. It was ridiculously fun. We stopped at Sevies on the way and got a bunch of junk food, rocked out to hits from the 80s and even got Muchas Gracias after the show which just happens to be my favorite burritos of all time. All in all, an awesome night. 

First up was Cage the Elephant. I had heard them maybe once or twice but wasn't a hardcore fan but their show last night changed that. They were so fun and had so much energy. They sing Ain't No Rest For The Wicked and you can see the video here. 
This band is called Manchester Orchestra. They're not an orchestra. I had never heard of them before but they were amazing. Their music was so loud and layered that it felt like it was pushing against you. This is their song Everything to Nothing, which I really liked. 

Then the real reason everyone showed up was to see the Silversun Pickups who are AMAZING. When I uploaded their two albums onto my ipod before my 15 hour drive down to Brooke & Raf's wedding I immediately fell in love with Catch & Release off their new album Swoon. I think I listened to it for 4 hours on repeat. Anyway, they were so amazing live and he definitely has the coolest voice I've heard in awhile. Another song of theirs to check out is Lazy Eye. 

Sugar Skull

On my way back from Brooke's wedding I stopped in Ashland for a few days. C-Rad was kind enough to let me sleep on the futon in some random house he was housesitting. I went to Emigrant Lake with the Codester and hit up Alex's for some drinks and the live band with E.D. While there I also finally stopped in and got my sugar skull tattoo that Steve drew up ages ago and has been taped to his mirror ever since. I absolutely love how it turned out. If you ever decide to get a tattoo I would highly suggest going to Steve Fuller at SOUTHSIDE in Ashland, Oregon.

Brooke & Raf's Wedding!

The beautiful bride and groom after the ceremony. 
They made soap from scratch for everyone to take home. 
Nena spent days upon days working on flower arrangements, bouquets and boutonnieres. 

My sister and Raf got married on August 1st and I drove down to San Luis Obispo, California for all the fun. It was a LONG drive but the ceremony and reception were beautiful. I had the opportunity to stop in King City for awhile and spend some time with the Aunties. I didn't realize how much I missed that place until I was there again.

Auto Tune the News Please!!

This not only made my day a little happier, it made my entire week a little happier.

Hey man, I'm having a party!

I'm at home last night relaxing after a very busy day at work. My phone alerts me that I have received a text message and this is the hilariousness that ensued:

Guy: I'm having a party at my house you should come

Me: will I know anyone there?

Guy: you'll know me

Me: (nothing)

Guy:???

Me: I don't really like to go to parties where I don't know anyone.

Guy: what am I not good enough for you?

Me: Pretty sure that's not what I said

Guy: it was impossed (yes, spelled incorrectly)

Me: I think you mean implied

Guy: same difference

Me: not really

It took every ounce of self control I have in my lit nerd body to not go into an in depth explanation of the difference between to impose and to imply. 

That's Just Gross

Okay people, new rule for living; buy a wallet.  Do not and I repeat, DO NOT give me your wadded up, dirty, smelly, lint filled money that's been hanging out in the pocket of those pants you haven't washed in a month because you, "like to keep the night on them." I don't want those extra crumbs that live in your pockets, I don't want those random strands of hair nor do I want your pocket lint. Save that for your mom when she does your laundry, I'm sure she'll save and appreciate them just as she does all of your other worthless crap she thinks is so precious. 

EDIT: A money clip would also be sufficient.

robot wallet can be found here

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O'Reilly

As most of you have probably heard Dr. George Tiller was shot in his own church by some crazy lunatic because he performs abortions. It's now being said that Bill O'Reilly is partially to blame due to his "inciting violence" with remarks he gave on his Fox News television program. In case you didn't already know, as most of us do, that O'Reilly is a huge douche check out the video below.

Kind of makes me want to become a doctor just so I can make sure women still have access to abortions since people like this are making it harder for women to obtain them.

Birthday Fun!

I turned 23 a couple of days ago and I had my birthday party at my favorite bar - the Oak Tree! It was so much fun. Ally got me tinkerbell cupcakes with ridiculously tiny little rings on them that we could only wear on our pinkies. It's a sexy look, I think it's going to be all the rage. 

Seattle!!

Scott had training for work in Seattle and I went up there for part of the week. I had never been to Seattle before and it was awesome. I found an awesome book store and some AMAZING corn chowder. Oh, and I saw a homeless girl moon another homeless person. Classic. 

These are the flowers at Pike's Place Market. I love tulips so I stood there looking at them for a ridiculously long time.

While there we went to a Mariners game where Ichiro hit a home run. He's my new sports crush since Favre is retired and not likely returning after those shoulder scans. 

Coos Bay!

While this is technically a picture of North Bend it reminds me of home - which is where I'm moving!! I'm beyond excited. I'm going to finish up my degree online - most likely through Oregon State but University of Oregon has a program as well. I got my favorite job of all time at the jewelry store back and will have no rent. My plan is to still move to Latin America after I finish up my degree. I'm just so tired of Ashland. It's time for a change! (bonus - people in Coos Bay don't think patchouli is an acceptable substitute for bathing)

Time to RANT...

So, I come to work an hour early because someone is sick and I'm being nice and flexible, whatever. I don't mind. I do however mind when a guest checks in and is a see you next tuesday right off the bat. This lady was bitching that she had to wait 30 seconds while I finished up a reservation on the phone. "Are you the only one here? " "Yes." "Well that sucks cuz I have cancer in my leg." Like that's my problem. If your leg hurts so badly maybe you should get a fucking wheelchair. The worst part was that I wanted to laugh at her because she kept telling me she specifically requested a certain room type but instead of saying specifically she kept saying pacifically. What the hell lady? You're in your 50's, trying to convince me you stay at 4 and 5 star hotels frequently when you're dressed like a bag lady, can't articulate your thoughts and you want me to waive your pet fee. How about instead of calling me at the front desk 4 times to bitch about things you go slit your wrists. Have a nice day.

Swine Flu

Okay, so perhaps swine flu shouldn't be a laughing matter but I can't help but giggle (yes, giggle) at people's reactions. OH MY GOD WE'RE ALL GOING TO DIE!!! Sure. So, in honor of Swine Flu take a look at this blog: hot guys in flu masks!

Tweenbot

I saw this on reddit and I thought it was a really cool heartwarming idea. blahblahblah But really, the darn thing is adorable and it's a great social experiment showing not everyone is mean like I am. I would drop the thing off an overpass. I kid.

Seriously?

This is why I hate people.

Love Me Some Star Wars

So, I saw these beauties on Geekologie who had apparently found them here. I think they're awesome and I want some. Brooke, add this to your to do list. My Birthday is next month!!

WoW, how nerdy!

When I went home during Spring Break Scott set me up a World of Warcraft account.  Now, I'm a little nerdy but WoW is for SUPER geeks. I went ahead and tried it out and am now addicted. My character is a rogue zombie. He's evil, and I get to kill things and complete quests. It's so satisfying to complete a quest and learn new skills. However, now I am required to make fun of myself for being one of those weird gamer kids who sits in front of their computer zoning out munching on potato chips and getting fat until the wee hours of the morning. 

Update on Big Decision

SO, lately I've been considering transferring to Oregon State starting winter term '10 and enrolling in the graphic design program. I just really am not enjoying what I'm doing at Southern. Don't get me wrong, it's a great school, especially if you like to bathe in patchouli, but it's not where I want to be. I would like to transfer starting fall term but you had to have the app in by February 1st which was impossible since I didn't come to this decision until recently. Anyway, it's a lot to consider and I have some time to figure it out. Obviously I would continue at SOU until then.

**Update on update: Went ahead and with my geniusness figured out that SOU is offering a beginning graphic design class this term and I signed up for it.

Our Etsy Shop!!

Brooke and I have recently opened our very own Etsy shop! We're currently working on understanding all of the functions available on Etsy but the shop is up and running. There isn't much in there yet but we are working on creating new products. As of now our shop is a card shop but I'm sure eventually we may expand to include other items. In case you've never been to Etsy everything sold on the site is handmade. So, all of the cards in our shop were either handmade by Brooke or myself.

So please check out our shop and pass along the link to anyone you know who might be interested. The best advertising is always word of mouth!

www.bebeandjays.etsy.com

Big Decision

So I've made a big, HUGE, scary decision. I've been working towards getting my Bachelors in English Literary Studies and Spanish for the last 3 years. My plan was to then get a Masters of Arts in Teaching. Lately though I've come to the realization that I don't really want to teach. I think it would be really fun for a couple of years but the thought of teaching for 30 years and then retiring makes me sad. I think there should be more to life than working at a job you like but don't particularly love and then just living looking forward to the weekends. SO, I'll finish my Bachelors since I do like the subjects I'm studying but now I'm not sure what I want to do. I want a career where I can be more creative and I want to make things. I don't know but I have time to figure it out.

Shoes!

I found these super adorable red flats at Ross Dress for Less. Usually I'm not a big fan of the color red (actually I detest it and don't own any red clothing) or a big fan of flats but they are just so damn cute. I figure red is alright as an accessory, I guess.

Renegade Handmade

One of my coworkers turned me on to this awesome shop based in Chicago called Renegade Handmade. Luckily for us they have a website! Their online store is full of fun, quirky, handmade items.