Category Archives: cultural observations
Television
In no particular order, these are the television shows I’m watching this season. Once Upon a Time is my new LOST. I’m obsessed with it and every week it makes me cry. The thing … Continue reading
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Alain de Botton: A kinder, gentler philosophy of success
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Today is a holiday invented by greeting card companies to make people like crap.
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What’s it like to live in New York City?
Beautiful video of NYC. I don’t think it answers the question, but it gives a glimpse!
Filed under cultural observations, film, video
Snow in the South
I’m writing this post from my grandmother’s house in Walker County, Alabama, where we are snowed in thanks to winter weather. I know people joke about Southerners’ reaction to snow, but guess what? We ain’t got no snow plows down … Continue reading
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Favorites of 2010
Song: Ready to Start, Arcade Fire Book: Hunger Games Trilogy Movie: Exit Through the Gift Shop Television Show: Modern Family Crush: John Gidding
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Go sing, too loud
Official video of Jónsi first single Go Do. Unlike most of his songs, this one is sung in English. I was having a bad day yesterday and this song and visuals totally inspired me. Go sing, too loud Make your … Continue reading
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Let’s hear it for New York (and Jay-Z)
Those who know me might be surprised to learn that I love me some Jay-Z. He’s a brilliant businessman and creative force. There are a lot of rappers in the entertainment industry, but Jay-Z continues to bring it with hot … Continue reading
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What I love about Alabama (2009)
Note: As a year end review, for every place I traveled to this year, I’m posting what I loved most about it. Alabama: Rick and Bubba Show I was away on vacation and I have several more places to catch … Continue reading
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