First of all, I do NOT have an iPod. I do NOT have an iPhone, iPad, iMac, or any other iProduct. It's not that I don't like Apple. It's more, at this point, that I refuse to spend the kind of money that buying an Apple product requires.
I do, however, have Spotify (which is currently synced with my HTC Aria), and at this point, I feel that I need to say, THANK YOU, SPOTIFY GODS! You rock!
And now.....let the shuffling begin.
1. Rascal Flatts "She Goes All The Way"
2. Cartel "Honestly"
3. Paul Peterson "My Dad"
4. Savage Garden "I Knew I Loved You"
5. John Mayer "No Such Thing"
6. Matt Nathanson (featuring Jennifer Nettles and Kristian Bush, aka Sugarland) "Run"
7. Addicted "Dan Seals"
8. Herman's Hermits "I'm Henry VIII"
9. The Byrds "Turn, Turn, Turn"
10. Eric Johnson "Cliffs of Dover"
11. Brandi Carlisle "The Story"
12. P!nk "Raise Your Glass (Clean Version)"
13. New Kids on the Block "Tonight"
14. Boxcar Willie "King of the Road"
15. Plain White T's "Hey There Delilah"
16. Pam Tillis "Spilled Perfume"
17. Maroon 5 "Never Gonna Leave This Bed"
18. Emerson Drive "Moments"
19. Chris Young "Tomorrow"
20. Richard Marx "Now and Forever"
21. Jason Mraz "Please Don't Tell Her"
22. Alyssa Bonagura and Tyler Wilkinson "Killing Me"
23. Chely Wright "Shut Up and Drive"
24. Daron Norwood "My Girl Friday"
25. Plain White T's "Our Song"
There's an eclectic mix of tunes, if I've ever seen one. All of the songs are fantastic, but I HIGHLY recommend numbers 6, 11, 18, 19, 22, and 25.
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Day 26 of 30, part two - oh, you meant DREAM wedding!
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The Disney Wedding Pavilion, Lake Buena Vista, FL |
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Bride and Groom Vinylmation |
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Classic decorations, with a touch of Disney |
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| a coach fit for a Disney Princess |
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a cake fit for a Disney Princess |
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bridal Mickey ears |
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a honeymoon on the Disney Dream |
Day 26 of 30 - Dream Wedding
I'm going to skip around again. Day 25 involves my mp3 player, which is currently at home, and probably not charged up. I've been using my phone recently (Android, paired with the Spotify app, just rocks!), but after a recent update to my phone, I haven't had a chance to reinstall my Spotify account. Therefore, I have no access to my lovely mix of music. So....
My dream wedding. Where do I start? This is something I've long ago planned out.
My dream wedding. Where do I start? This is something I've long ago planned out.
Attendants: 5 (unless they decide they don't like me: Carol, Megan, Alicia, Erin, Jaimi)
Groomsmen: 5
Ushers: atleast 2
Flowergirl(s): TBD
Ringbearers: I can already tell you it will be Bug and Peanut (unless it is YEARS before I get married).
Groomsmen: 5
Ushers: atleast 2
Flowergirl(s): TBD
Ringbearers: I can already tell you it will be Bug and Peanut (unless it is YEARS before I get married).
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| Cutaway Tux (formal before 6pm) - I prefer the slate tux w/grey pants |
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| spring/summer wedding (groomsmen and ushers) paisley (or other cool pattern) tie, yellow roses and purple pansies |
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| fall/winter wedding (groomsmen and ushers) paisley (or other pattern) tie, red roses and various pansies |
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| groom's accessories (some shade of white) |
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| my shoes |
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| If cool ties are decided against, it will only be in favor of cool socks. |
Friday, August 12, 2011
Day 24 of 30 - Something You've Learned
In 33 years on this earth, you'd think that I would have learned more lessons than I have, but sadly, this is not the case. Too many times, I've let lessons and knowledge pass by the wayside, never to enter my thoughts again - or only to come back to me too late to do any good. However, of the things I HAVE learned, certain ones stand out.
I've learned that I do a poor job of imitating my Savior, Christ Jesus. On the flipside, I've also learned that God makes provisions for that, so my poor imitation is no reason to quit trying. I hope to continue learning both of these lessons, on a daily basis, as long as Jehovah allows this system to continue. The day I stop is the day someone needs to shoot me.
I've learned that growing old doesn't mean you've grown up. Spend some time people watching. You'll agree.
I've learned that a group's mentality is almost always led by the person with the WORST ideas. Just turn on the news. You'll probably agree with this, as well. Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large numbers.
I've learned that I really need to take things a day at a time. First, goals are achieved slowly. You can't win a marathon without taking the first step. Second, the older I get, the faster time seems to fly. Stop and take a picture of the rose today. Tomorrow, it'll be past the blooming stage.
I've learned that the phrase "I'm sorry" as just as important in a relationship as the phrase "I love you." Those two phrases can also be the most overused. Take care when and how you use them.
I've learned that I can face my fears. I've learned that I can conquer my fears. But most importantly, I've learned that facing fears and conquering fears are not the same thing. All fears can be faced. Not all fears can be conquered. Not as long as we live in this imperfect world.
I've learned that I'm selfish. I've learned that I have a temper. I've learned that I don't handle tooth/jaw pain very well.
I've learned that I do a poor job of imitating my Savior, Christ Jesus. On the flipside, I've also learned that God makes provisions for that, so my poor imitation is no reason to quit trying. I hope to continue learning both of these lessons, on a daily basis, as long as Jehovah allows this system to continue. The day I stop is the day someone needs to shoot me.
I've learned that growing old doesn't mean you've grown up. Spend some time people watching. You'll agree.
I've learned that a group's mentality is almost always led by the person with the WORST ideas. Just turn on the news. You'll probably agree with this, as well. Never underestimate the power of stupid people in large numbers.
I've learned that I really need to take things a day at a time. First, goals are achieved slowly. You can't win a marathon without taking the first step. Second, the older I get, the faster time seems to fly. Stop and take a picture of the rose today. Tomorrow, it'll be past the blooming stage.
I've learned that the phrase "I'm sorry" as just as important in a relationship as the phrase "I love you." Those two phrases can also be the most overused. Take care when and how you use them.
I've learned that I can face my fears. I've learned that I can conquer my fears. But most importantly, I've learned that facing fears and conquering fears are not the same thing. All fears can be faced. Not all fears can be conquered. Not as long as we live in this imperfect world.
I've learned that I'm selfish. I've learned that I have a temper. I've learned that I don't handle tooth/jaw pain very well.
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
Day 23 of 30 - Favorite Movie
I though about changing the subject of today's blog, since I discussed my favorite movies back on Day 7. But instead, I decided to go with the EXACT subject, favorite MOVIE (singular). That movie, again referenced on day 7, is Hoosiers.
Hoosiers was released in 1986, starring Gene Hackman as Coach Norman Dale, Barbara Hershey as Myra, Dennis Hopper as Shooter (the town drunk), and Sheb Wooley as Principal Cletus. The movie follows the boys basketball team of fictional Hickory, Indiana, as they journey from the season's beginning to the state championship game. Taking place during the 1951/1952 school year, the story is loosely based on the real-life Milan High 1953/1954 team out of Milan, Indiana. Coach Dale's fiery courtside demeanor and no-nonsense attitude is loosely based on legendary college coach, Bobby Knight. Jimmy Chitwood, one of the players, also has a loose basis is history. Jimmy Chitwood is seen taking the final shot of the state championship game to bring the win home to the Hickory Huskers. In real life, Bobby Plump took the final shot of the game to boost Milan over Muncie Central in 1954.
Having been raised by a tried-and-true Hoosier, I knew the story of Milan/Muncie Central before I could walk. I still remember hearing that the movie Hoosiers was being made. I fondly remember going to see it in the theater on opening weekend, and knowing even then that it would always be one of my favorites.
I am not the only person to think Hoosiers is a great movie. Hoosiers is consistently rated as one of the best sports movies in history. The American Film Institute (AFI) voted Hoosiers as #13 on it's 100 Years...100 Cheers list of most inspirational movies, and #4 in the sports genre in it's Ten Top Ten list. Hoosiers has also been selected by Library of Congress to be preserved in the US National Film Registry. Coach Dale's locker room speech is also commonly played on the jumbotron at college sporting events (particularly baseball and football).
If you have not seen Hoosiers, pick it up from your local rental facilities, or put it on your Netflix queue. You won't regret it.
Hoosiers was released in 1986, starring Gene Hackman as Coach Norman Dale, Barbara Hershey as Myra, Dennis Hopper as Shooter (the town drunk), and Sheb Wooley as Principal Cletus. The movie follows the boys basketball team of fictional Hickory, Indiana, as they journey from the season's beginning to the state championship game. Taking place during the 1951/1952 school year, the story is loosely based on the real-life Milan High 1953/1954 team out of Milan, Indiana. Coach Dale's fiery courtside demeanor and no-nonsense attitude is loosely based on legendary college coach, Bobby Knight. Jimmy Chitwood, one of the players, also has a loose basis is history. Jimmy Chitwood is seen taking the final shot of the state championship game to bring the win home to the Hickory Huskers. In real life, Bobby Plump took the final shot of the game to boost Milan over Muncie Central in 1954.
Having been raised by a tried-and-true Hoosier, I knew the story of Milan/Muncie Central before I could walk. I still remember hearing that the movie Hoosiers was being made. I fondly remember going to see it in the theater on opening weekend, and knowing even then that it would always be one of my favorites.
I am not the only person to think Hoosiers is a great movie. Hoosiers is consistently rated as one of the best sports movies in history. The American Film Institute (AFI) voted Hoosiers as #13 on it's 100 Years...100 Cheers list of most inspirational movies, and #4 in the sports genre in it's Ten Top Ten list. Hoosiers has also been selected by Library of Congress to be preserved in the US National Film Registry. Coach Dale's locker room speech is also commonly played on the jumbotron at college sporting events (particularly baseball and football).
If you have not seen Hoosiers, pick it up from your local rental facilities, or put it on your Netflix queue. You won't regret it.
Opening credits
Team arrives at State Championship facilities
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