Snow Day, Schmoday

Hi, my name is Dani, and I'm in love with work-given snow days.

However, unlike last snow day (which you can read about here), today I figured I would have a snow day, and on recommendation of C (and basic common sense) I brought some of my work home.

What a terrible idea that was. Because now instead of doing fun stuff, I'm stuck on my couch listening to a 2 hour meeting I already attended adn typing up notes. Like, transcript style. Ugh. But I kind of got myself into this mess. Let me explain.

So, I was apporached a few months ago to be the "organizer" for these "task force" meetings at work. That basically means I schedule the meetings, get teh catering and room reseravations, schedule the SUB committee meetings for each group (yeah, I didn't realize that was included int his job description...and there are 5 sub committees that each like to meet once a week, with at least 4 high profile [aka busy as all hell] people...oy vey!), take notes, and send out minutes after each meeting. I was sooo excited to take on a new role at work, because I was in a bit of a funk because my job was too easy for me, and I was getting frustrated/lazy with my normal tasks (and I was worried about my job security, because it was obvious the office was now running like a well oiled machine...how long would it take before they realized this and I got fired for doing "such a good job"--eek!). So yay!

No yay. This sucks. Do you know how long it takes me to transcript these notes? And how oh-so-flippin-BORING it is? Not to mention the fact that I don't know half the ish these people are talking about because I'm not in Finance, though I work in the Finance department at a school. I do admin. I was a PSCYHOLOGY major. Wtf is P&L and F&A and lines of credit based on property depreiation and ...aaaahhh!

My Winter Personality Is...

A real post/update coming soon!
Please enjoy this in the meantime...

Your Winter Personality is Comfortable

When the weather gets cold, you love to settle in and get cozy. There's nothing better than being tucked under a warm blanket. You can't help but be influenced by the world around you, and winter is your time to slow down and relax. You are genuinely nice and a joy to be around. You have a natural serenity that makes others feel calm. You are unpretentious and very real. You find it easy to connect to others just by being yourself.

What's Your Winter Personality?

Blogthings: Waste Time at Work!

Happy Birthday Homewrecker! And some other random schtuff

Today is Alicia Keys' birthday. I stand by the fact that she is a homewrecker. But I still like her music.

In other news, for those in the Northeast Tri-State area, did you guys see this?

how crazy is that?! Looks like from a movie!

The owner of the car, identified by 1010Wins as Pete, said he left his car parked on Friday night and that at some point during the weekend the [water main] leak began -- slowly turning his vehicle into an ice sculpture.


Many commuters braving the biting, 19 degree weather Monday, paused their commute to gather around and take picture of the cover blanketed by six inches of ice.
The New York Department of Environmental Protection shut off water to the surrounding residences mid-morning to begin fixing the pipe. (from here)

Silver lining is that NYC had to defrost his car, and pay for any damages. Which is good, because once they could open the doors, they turned it on to defrost the windows, and the windows BURST. So, they gotta get him new windows. But he's ok-- he was more upset that the Jets lost than his car being covered in ice!
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Also for those in the Northeast (or who listen to Nick Cannon's radio show via web)....
Ugh. He is soooo annoying and dumb and seriously is only famous because of Mariah. There is no way he could have a radio show before her, because he's an idiot. (This is also why I don't listen to radio in the morning- the shows are either gross or filled with idiocy...but ANYway.) So I tuned in this morning and his question was this:

Ladies, if a guy buys you a drink in a club/bar (not just pays for it, but actually comes up to you with a drink), do you take it and drink it or not?

Well that seems like an easy answer: HELL NO. You don't know what that guy did to the drink. He could've put roofies in it. You didn't see it being made- obviously don't drink it.

The chick on the show said the same thing. (She also noted that the guy didn't ask you what you wanted, it's some random drink...how rude!) I understand that people have different opinions (why else would it be a topic on a radio show), and that maybe there should be a devil's advocate type, but Nick Cannon was seriously defending the idea! He shot down the chick's answer saying- oh you're just saying that for our young listeners out there. Yeah, this is a Public Service Announcement, the Early Afternoon Special, blah blah blah. But for the GROWN ADULTS out there...do you know how expensive drinks are in this city? He's just trying to talk to you, blah blah blah....

OMG.
Um, first of all the "grown adults" are the only ones who should be involved in this conversation, being that you have to be 21+ to drink. Duh. And "grown adults" are also the ones who still DO take drinks from strangers and are getting hurt/hospitalized/etc.! If you're worried about not being able to afford your own drinks, then maybe you shouldn't be out in the first place. Just sayin.

After playing a song, he came back on with a completely changed tune-- yeah ladies, don't drink the juice if he buys it for you without you seeing it, blah blah blah.

I guess one of the producers had to have a little chat with him.

Lord of the Rings and Other Schtuff

This weekend was fun. And not super busy, for once.

I don't really remember what I did Friday night- I'm sure it went something like went home, ate, laid on couch. I think we caught up on some dvr'ed shows. Like the second half of Million Dollar Money Drop (they won $300,000! Whooo!) and Top Chef (Marcel is out? Yessssss!) Ooh, I also watched some more of Lord of the Rings.

You read that correctly. This thing:

I have never read the books or seen any of the Lord of the Rings movies. Mainly because I'm not a complete nerd fantasy lover. But C *loves* all things fantasy related. And so, he borrowed the series from his geeky friend (who actually didn't lend it to us at Christmas time because it is his tradition to watch them all the week before Christmas. True story). Last weekend, I made it through the first segment, and half of the second. Sometime during the week, I watched the other half of #2. Friday and Saturday I tried to watch the first half of the third and final part. I fell asleep both times. I did manage to get through it last night though. Only one more part to go. Phew.

Saturday I slept in, did some laundry, straightened up, and watched *my* shows while C was at school doing his once-a-month Saturday school. We were supposed to watch Lord of the Rings when he got home. Instead, I left him alone for 5 minutes....5MINUTES!....and he fell asleep on the couch for the next 4 hours. Until our friends called saying they would be at our palce in 20 min. and then he's all "Why did you let me sleep all afternoon? We were supposed to watch Lord of the Riiiiiiiings!" Why yes dear, I tried to wake you up, but you only grunted and rolled over. Not my fault.

So anyway, we went to dinner at DeLorenzo's for some fabulous antipast tomato pie (kind of like pizza, but better. I can't find a decent pic- sorry). Spinach and sauseeeg, and garlic and cheeese.

YUM.

And we drank wine. And that was delish too. And then we came home, hung out a bit, and set back to (trying to) watch the movie. But I fell asleep.

Sunday, I woke up late...again. And I walked into my living to find that it was naked.

C had taken down the last of the Christmas decorations. *tear*

But I had no time to be sad because we were already running late to his cousin's 7th birthday party. That was ok. I went between watching the football game with the men and chatting with the other women. I never really understood or liked the fact that I gotta chat with the women, who inevitably stand around in the kitchen gossiping, instead of getting to sit on the couch watching football...or whatever the guys are watching. Hmph.

So all this was fine and dandy. And then one woman, who I've only met twice, maybe, started asking about me and C. "So how long have you guys been dating? I've seen you a lot (C is not a playboy. And like I said, I've met this woman twice. Ever.). Aww 2 years how cute. So are you guys engaged?"

Hold the phone biatch.

I don't know you. You don't know me. Honestly, I didn't even know your name until someone else at the party said it. And, not that it matters because for all the previous reasons, there is no reason for the question, but I've only been talking to you for maybe 7 minutes. And lastly, do you see a ring on my finger?? Because clearly my hands have been in front of me for all 7 of those minutes.

So of course I said no. And then some kids came by and started playing and screaming around us and that was the end of it.

It's not that I mind the question- it's a fair question. What I mind is the people asking me-- like, people I don't know. The last person who asked me was one of C's friends, at a party, as soon as he walked away. I've met the girl a bunch of times, but I don't think we've ever had a one-on-one conversation, or any conversation without C present. WHYYY are you all up in my biznass?!

ANYwho, so I'm telling C that I was asked again on the way home.

C: Well what did you say?

me: I said no.

C: You didn't even say "not yet"?

me: No. I don't know your plans. How would I know if it's "not yet" or not.

C: Ew!

-end scene-

Truth be told we haven't talked about it in awhile. We're both broke, and we're attending 8 of our friends' weddings this year. And not those distant friends that you kinda sorta knew in college but don't really talk to anymore- like, C's (and 2 of mine) besties. And 2...yes 2...destination weddings. Not that I mind- I'm WAAAAY excited for both of them. But still, it gets expensive.

And I don't want no rinky-dink, scroungy, shoddy ring!

So What?

... if I leave my orange juice out of the fridge for about a half hour because I only like it lukewarm...or with vodka?

... if the only reason I'm doing laundry is because C promised to put away all his clothes today?

[Note: Usually I do laundry, and fold it, and I don't put it away because all his drawers are overstuffed and I hate fighting with them just to close when I'm done, so I stack them on his dresser. And he doesn't put them away until the pile threatens to topple over...and I told him if it does topple, I'm not re-folding it...which usually takes about a month]

... if my sole purpose of getting up before 12 was so I could watch Four Weddings and Say Yes to the Dress before C got home from teaching Saturday school?

... if I'm currently watching these shows while wearing my new Paul Frank footy pajamas?

So What?!

My First Award!

Helen aka RumTruffle from A Crafty Kind of Truffle was kind enough to give me my very first blog award- The Versatile Blogger! I'm honored and proudly accept. Thank you Helen!

Rules for accepting this award:

Thank the person who gave you the award and link back to them in your post
Tell us seven things about yourself

Award 15 recently discovered new bloggers

Contact these bloggers and let them know they've received the award

I would like to pass this award onto:

1. Renee at Closed on Sunday
2. Yankee Girl at Adventures of a Yankee Girl
3. English at I'm Not Together but I'm Getting There
4. The Simple Dude at Simple Dude in a Complex World
5. Katie at Jersey Blonde
6. Kaitlin at Life of a Busy Wife
7. HotPants at Handbags & Handguns
8. Angie at Life of a Single Gal
9. Erica at Musings of a Suburban Girl
10. Annah at Red Means Go
11. Jessica at Shutterbug Mama
12. Jill at Hey Barbie
13. Jennifer Marie Olivia at Crazy Shenanigans
14. Allison at Confessions of a Cohabitant
15. Lisa Marie at Chicago (Sometimes!) on the Weekend

If you haven't checked these guys out, I definitely recommend them!!
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Now on to the 7 things:

1. I dont really get the "RSS Feed" thing.

2. Or the purpose of Twitter.

3. I have a new-found love of baking. It started last Thanksgiving when I wanted to bake a pumpkin pie because it's my fave desert. So far, it's going well!
4. I drink at least one cup of coffee and one can of Coke every workday.

5. My parents are divorced. I haven't seen my father in 11 years. I have a 10 year old half sister named Aaliyah that I've never met.
6. I am half Puerto Rican and half Indian (via Trinidad). I can't speak any other language other than English and some Spanglish. I love Puerto Rico, but I've never been to Trinidad or India...until hopefully this fall!

7. I love travelling. I have been to 16 countries...so far. My number 1 place to visit is Australia, followed closely by Italy!

I Love This Doctor!

Q: Doctor, I’ve heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life. Is this true?
A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it... don't waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer? Take a nap.

Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables?
A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat? Hay and corn. And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products.

Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?
A: No, not at all. Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up!

Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?
A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies, your ratio is two to one, etc.

Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program?
A: Can't think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain...Good!

Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you?
A: YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!!! ..... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil…In fact, they're permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you?

Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle?
A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach.

Q: Is chocolate bad for me?
A: Are you crazy? HELLO Cocoa beans ! Another vegetable!!! It's the best feel-good food around!

Q: Is swimming good for your figure?
A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me.

Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle?
A: Hey! 'Round' is a shape!

Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets.

And remember:
'Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming 'WOO HOO,What a Ride' AND.....

For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health. It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting nutritional studies.

1. The Japanese eat very little fat
and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

2. The Mexicans eat a lot of fat
and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

3. The Chinese drink very little red wine
and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

4. The Italians drink a lot of red wine
and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

5. The Germans drink a lot of beers and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.

CONCLUSION

Eat and drink what you like. Speaking English is apparently what kills you.

(via)

Tunery Tuesday: Hold It Against Me- Britney Spears

It's true... I'm *still* kinda in love with just about everything this headcase puts out. Sorry lovelies...but it's just so poppy and addictive and gets stuck in my head! Enjoy!

"If I said my heart was beating loud

If we could escape the crowd somehow

If I said I want your body now

Would you hold it against me?"

SouthWest Airlines Pilot Holds Plane for Grandfather

From USA Today:
A Southwest Airlines pilot has been in the news during the past week after he held a flight from Los Angeles for 12 minutes -- just enough time to allow a grieving grandfather to catch the flight in an effort to see his dying grandson in Colorado.

The boy -- 2 year-old -- Caden Rogers -- died, but grandfather Mark Dickinson was able to complete his connecting itinerary and arrive in Colorado before the boy's death.
But, according to a growing number of media accounts, Dickinson had to overcome numerous obstacles to make that happen.

From the very beginning, ABC News writes "security officials at the Los Angeles Airport did not believe Dickinson when he asked to be moved further up in a long slow-moving security line because he was hoping to make the flight and find his grandson still alive."

"I thought, 'Oh my God, I'm not going to make my flight'. I didn't know when I was going to get the next one. I resigned myself to the fact that it was my fault," Dickinson is quoted as saying by ABC News.

But, in the meantime, wife Nancy Dickinson had decided to call the airline to see if there was any way Southwest could hold the flight -- possibly her husband's final chance to make it to Colorado in time.

Christopher Elliott first reported the story on his travel blog Elliott.org, quoting an e-mail from Nancy.

She tells Elliott that when her husband finally arrived at the gate, both "the pilot of his plane and the ticketing agent both said, 'Are you Mark? We held the plane for you and we're so sorry about the loss of your grandson.' "

Nancy continued to Elliott:
As my husband walked down the Jetway with the pilot, he said, "I can't thank you enough for this."

The pilot responded with, "They can't go anywhere without me and I wasn't going anywhere without you. Now relax. We'll get you there. And again, I'm so sorry."
The Dickinsons have since extended their thanks to Southwest for the airline's assistance in getting Mark to Colorado, according to The Mercury News of San Jose, Calif.
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Wow. Just wow. I head this story yesterday and it made my heart melt. Even though his grandson did pass before he got there, the thought that the pilot would hold a plane so he could make it is so touching. This not-so-simple act of kindness should not be so astonishing that it warrants national attention, but in today's world, this sort of thing never happens. And that may be the saddest part. But major props to the pilot for doing what he knew was right and standing his ground!!

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Umm...so I was just scanning pics of Southwest planes to attach here, and came across this:

Bar Rafaeli on the side of a Boeing 757?! How did I miss this?? I have a total girl crush on Bar Rafaeli. As I understand, her image being painted on a Southwest plane in 2009 was part of an ad campaign with Sport Illustrated promoting their swimsuit issue. Though I can understand why some people would be up in arms, I don't understand why people were calling it soft porn, and I wouldn't be changing my flight just because she's on the outside in a swimsuit. Most of the complainers were parents. In that case, shouldn't these concerned parents bar (haha) their kids from going to the beach too? And as one customer said: "How many teenage boys are paying customers?"

Good point (middle aged male) customer.

Snow Day!

Here in New Jersey, we had a snow day because of the impending Snowmageddon! Meanwhile, we only got about 4-5 inches...which melted away during the day. Same thing happened last week- we got an early dismissal at 2pm for about a half inch of snow because they thought it was gonna be like a foot! I love when that happens! And it was great timing...this week I was feeling pretty tired and unproductive. And after last weekend we had no time to straighten up with a shopping day/errands on Saturday and 2 parties on Sunday. This is what I did on my wonderful snow day:

- slept in until about 11:30
- C made breakfast
- read a chapter of my new e-book Wicked
- watched "Ellen" ...I love that show
- did some laundry and dishes
- read some blogs and magazines
- did some online window shopping
- C made dinner
- watched new "Law and Order:SVU" ...love that show too! and...
- prepped for tomorrow


Did you have a snow day? If so, what did you do? If not, what would you do if you had a snow day?

Tunery Tuesday: Keep Your Head Up- Andy Grammer

I've been waiting on the sunset

Bills on my mindset

I can get deny theyre getting high

Higher than my income

My income's breadcrumbs

I've been trying to survive

The glow that the sun gives

Right around sunset

Helps me realize

This is just a journey

Drop your worries

You are gonna turn out fine.

Oh, you'll turn out fine.

Fine, oh, you'll turn out fine.

But you gotta keep your head up, oh,

And you can let your hair down, eh.

you gotta keep your head up, oh,

And you can let your hair down, eh.

I know it's hard, know its hard,

To remember sometimes,

But you gotta keep your head up, oh,

And you can let your hair down, eh.

I've got my hands in my pockets,

Kickin these rocks.

Its kinda hard to watch this life go by.

I'm buyin in the skeptics,

Skeptics mess with, the confidence in my eyes

I'm seeing all the angles, starts to get tangled

I start to comprimise

My life and the purpose.

Is it all worth it,

Am I gonna turn out fine?

Oh, you'll turn out fine.

Fine, oh, you'll turn out fine.

I Love Romance

Romantic Hubby Gives Wife Dream Gift with Grand Central Celebration for 10th Anniversary
(from Yahoo! News)
Ten years ago, Thomas and Kristy Trumbley dreamed of getting married at Grand Central Terminal, but the price was too high. Thursday, the groom finally figured out how to grant his bride's wish to say "I do" beneath the transit hub's majestic vaulted ceiling - for free.

With charmed tourists and harried commuters as their wedding party, the Trumbleys renewed their vows on the balcony over Metro-North Track 23.

"It's our place. We would always meet at Grand Central after work," " said Thomas Trumbley, 41, who decided to make the station the centerpiece of a romantic surprise.

Yesterday was their 10th anniversary, and he told Kristy, 33, to put on her wedding dress so they could pose for pictures at their favorite place.

When they got to Grand Central, he took her up to the balcony, where the Rev. Annie Lawrence was waiting to do the honors.

"It's bliss," a teary-eyed Kristy said after they sealed their recommitment with a long kiss. "It's New York. It's an icon. It's beautiful."

The couple - who live in Beacon Hill, Conn., with their three sons - soon drew a crowd of gawkers.

"We don't do this in France. But why not?" said French tourist Mariamme Barbieux, 29.

"It's New York. Anything can happen," explained Diana Grubbs.

Thomas Trumbley, a manager for UnitedHealthcare, proposed to his Brooklyn-born wife at the Empire State Building.

He had hoped to have the wedding at Métrazur in Grand Central, but it was $10,000 just to hold the date. Instead, they got hitched at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in New Rochelle, Westchester County.

He figures he's made good now, though.

"This is your Christmas present, your anniversary present and your birthday present," Trumbley told his wife. "I am covered for the next 20 years."

Photo caption: Thomas and Kristy Trumbley celebrate 10-year anniversary Thursday by renewing vows at Grand Central Terminal. (Lombard/NYDN)

Simone Weichselbaum, DAILY NEWS STAFF WRITER

A Poem

I saw this poem in a magazine and liked it, so I'm sharing. It was written by a high school senior in Florida.

"From Whence I Come

I come from explosive rhythms & swift beats,

from heads held high & fast-paced streets.

from billowing skirts & caramel skin

I come from a place where we shine from within.

I come from warm summer rains,

from mangoes & sugar canes.

from pain & love

I come from God up above.

I come from graffiti & art, from crazy families & love-filled hearts.

from spoken word & song,

I come from a place where being me is never wrong.

I come from beans & rice, from tropical drinks filled with ice.

from campesinas on the farm;

I come from a family's warm arms.

I come from Puerto Rican shores & New York streets,

from beautiful dances & fast-moving feet.

from tropical dishes & delectable treats.

I come from a place that is rich & sweet.

I come from dark hair & eyes,

from upbeat nights & a beautiful sunrise.

from a place full of surprise & mystery,

I come from my people's history."

by Kayla Gomez

First of the Year

Have you ever thought about getting your lip pierced?
No. I was thinking of getting my eyebrow pierced at one point, but I heard that if it doesn't stay in, it would leave a scar. Plus, it would make it very hard to get my eyebrows done. So I opted for nose piercing.

Does a kiss make you feel better?
Yes it does.

Have you ever passed out on the bathroom floor?
My college self did.

Do you start the water before you get in the shower or when you get in?
Before silly. I hate being cold!

What did you do today?
Nothing yet. It's still early.

Have you ever brushed your teeth while in the shower?
I did it once when I was in a super rush, but never again. Just feels weird.

Have you ever thought about your death?
Not my death so much as my funeral, and what I want done, how I want the funeral to go (party- celebrate
my life, don't mourn my death), where I want my belongings to go, and what I want to wear. (Still deciding.)

Ever been in love?
Twice

Would you rather be in a permanent relationship or play the field?
Permanent relationship, definitely.

What is your favorite sport?
I like watching baseball, I like(d) playing tennis.

What color is your shower curtain?
beige

Do you know how to use chop sticks?
Not well...

Lyrics stuck in your head?
"I'ma  muthef*#$'in  monster"

Do you like the Red Sox or Yankees?
Phillies. Duh.

What are you doing tomorrow?
Going to dinner for C's dad's birthday and watching Kendra.

Who was the last person you couldn't take your eyes off of?
This guy in the train...he was picking his ear wax, looking at it, and throwing it on the floor. SOOO GROSSS

Have you ever given money to a homeless person?
I used to give them food, but then one guy threw the sandwich back at me, so now I just give money. Not all the time, but if I have some...specifically change.

Do you think its right for straight guys to get their tongue pierced?
Right? Sure I guess it's "right" but it grosses me out for any male to have a tongue piercing. Or nipple piercing. Gawd, I hate that.

Where's your favorite place to be?
Maui or Puerto Rico. Or home when it's cold outside, snuggled on the couch.

Have you ever been skinny dipping?
Of course!

Have you ever been arrested?
Nope.

Do you dream in black and white?
Yup.

Do you talk in your sleep?
C says I do sometimes.

Are you a redneck?
Me? Uh, I think it's obvious that I'm NOT!

Funniest thing you heard all day?
that last question

What are you afraid of?
spiders and dying a horrible, long, painful death.

Funnies: Best Home Repair Tool Ever and I Have a Bidet

Just a lil funny during this excruciatingly loooong "short" week!!

Theater Thursday: Black Swan

"Nina (Portman) is a ballerina in a New York City ballet company whose life, like all those in her profession, is completely consumed with dance. She lives with her obsessive former ballerina mother Erica (Hershey) who exerts a suffocating control over her. When artistic director Thomas Leroy (Cassel) decides to replace prima ballerina Beth MacIntyre (Ryder) for the opening production of their new season, Swan Lake, Nina is his first choice. But Nina has competition: a new dancer, Lily (Kunis), who impresses Leroy as well. Swan Lake requires a dancer who can play both the White Swan with innocence and grace, and the Black Swan, who represents guile and sensuality. Nina fits the White Swan role perfectly but Lily is the personification of the Black Swan. As the two young dancers expand their rivalry into a twisted friendship, Nina begins to get more in touch with her dark side - a recklessness that threatens to destroy her."


I didn't really get this movie until the end. When C explained that it was kinda of like Fight Club. I didn't know what was real and wasn't, and it was kind of confusing throughout the whole thing. Even at the end I was like.."Wait...what just happened?" Though I did come away with one thought: Mila Kunis is definitely on my "List"!! 

 

Did you see this movie? What did you think?

Tunery Tuesday: Monster- Kanye West w/ Muppets

I don't love this song, but Miss Piggy as Nicki Minaj makes me laugh!! Enjoy!

Yuengling, Cabela's, and Bad Movies

It's the last day of my break! I didn't do one productive thing every day like I had hoped, but I did do several productive things in several days that make up for the one or two days that I...didn't. In my defense, one of the days I "did nothing", C and I took a road trip to "America's Oldest Brewery", The Yuengling Brewery in Pottsville, PA.

It was a lot of fun. I've never been to a brewery before, or on a brewery tour, but they had lots of interesting facts. We took a TON of pictures....everything looked so coool! They even took us underground to their cave where they used to ferment and store their beer, and had a wall up from the Prohibition Era when the goverment tried to block off access to their cave so they couldn't make beer (in case you were wondering, it didn't work, and the day Prohibition ended they sent a truck load of beer to the White House!) I even liked the canning process, though initially I was disappointed that it was a canning day instead of bottling. But whatevs, still very cool. Oh, and they give you a sample beer at the end of the tour. Oh Em.Gee. I have never tasted beer so cool, crisp....factory fresh! It was delicious.

And we went to Cabela's. It was C's first time. That was an adventure in itself! If you don't know what Cabela's is, it's basically an outdoors superstore...with lots of taxidermy. This one had "scenes." There was a safari scene with, among other animals, a tiger and a giant stuffed elephant (C's least favorite part), an Arctic "scene" with polar bears, otters, etc., a huge deer room (loooots of heads on the walls, along with the ones standing), and a mini aquarium. And we both got some boots!

The next day I was sick. And we were supposed to go to NYC to see Dave Attel for my friend's birthday. So C went, and I stayed home, under 2 blankets, in front of tube, with Hall's cough drops, lots of day/night time medicine, a box of tissues, orange juice, water, a garbage can, my cell phone, and the remote all within reach. And I watched crappy TV, as all good patients should do. I saw The Bounty Hunter and Did You Hear About The Morgans (both of which I really wanted to see...gaaaawd were they awful!).

Sarah Jessica Parker and Hugh Grant looked really, really old. Too old to be in any sort of romantic comedy where they are posing as "a young couple." Plus, they didn't pull off being a realistic couple at all. I kept wondering "But where's Big??" And the whole premise was just too ridiculous {Spoiler Alert}
...he cheats on her, he tries to win her back, she goes to see a client and he goes with her, the client drops dead from his 5 story apartment right in front of them, the killer sees them and tries to kill them, they are put in Witness Protection and sent to Wyoming, where they rekindle their love.

W.T.F.

And, without going into the same amount of detail...The Bounty Hunter was just as ridiculous. Even Gerard Butler's attractiveness couldn't save the movie. Le sigh. Thank goodness I saw True Grit a few days earlier so I know cinema is not quite dead yet.