It's been a pretty hellish and busy week. Aside from all the work, I've been adding a lot of running to this repertoire. I don't know. I guess I'm getting more serious about this training thing, and getting ready for the 5K. However more of that to come.
So last week consisted of working extra hours, running more, playing the guitar, and totally not paying attention to life. I've been looking at a lot of different aspects of things and well. I don't know. I'm really just trying to go with it nowadays. That and I'm extremely tired at this time frame. Never had I really wanted a drink in forever, however, keeping the streak alive and avoiding temptation. Going to make it last.
So lets see, since I haven't really been on here forever what has been really the big things that have been taking up a chunk of my life. Well, Saturday, I spent a majority of my day working in the early hours. I then moved on to going to CT's B-Day party. Yeah, now that's a pretty epic party. Of course the time frame I had been given was to get there at 5, way ahead of the birthday girl. Too bad no one told me I would be the only one there and getting to know everyone on my own. However, like good old Wei fashion, I tried my best, and personally I think I knocked it out of the park. So what happened? Well, I had a blasty blast. I think it was a great party, food was legendary, people were amazing, and the liquor was flowing. However, been following the rules and drinking a ton less. So I had a couple of beers and a few shots of tequila in a span of 6 or 7 hours, that made me legit to drive without any worries. Thank goodness...however CT, not so much so. She was pretty wastey facey I thought, and her not coming home until the next day made me think I was correct. Nice...all in all great birthday for CT I believe. That and she was super surprised, she deserved it.
Lets see, what have I been doing, well Paul was telling me a tree dropped in front of his house. This is my chance to get some fire wood and make a fire with my own two hands. I'm definitely going to get some fire wood on Wednesday. I'm building this fire whether I like it or not. No matches, no flint, and no lighter. Straight up wood and tinder. That's all I want to do it with. Then I can say I did it, and it's coming off the bucket list..."BUCKETS!"
I've been looking at my cigar collection lately. I want more cigars. I don't just want more, but I'm seriously lacking in a lot of new things. So I want a bunch more new cigars. I'm thinking about purchasing box of Nub cigars, and a box of Camacho Pre-Embargos. Time to make the investment. Oh boy! Only reason I bring up the cigars is cause I have been recently invited by Wei and his friends to go on their annual fishing trip, what a honor. So with that in mind, I decided I would get the fellas and me a few cigars for the trip. Man I'm looking forward to that trip. It's going to be awesome.
Well, not much else to say boys and girls. It's been a pretty rough week. And I'm pretty positive I'm sleepy. So enjoy ladies and gents, and I'll talk to you all laters.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Club 2-7
For my girls and boys in the Philly area...I'm not talking about that club 2-7. Actually I've never been, however from what I hear it's pretty nice I guess. I wouldn't know. Anywhoo, this blog is about the club that host a ton of my favorite artists. Unfortunately, it's not really a club I would want anyone to join. It saddens me, and I don't think anyone deserves a fate like this.
So what is club 2-7? Well it's basically a club that consist of rockstar celebrities that have died at the age of 27. From Jimi Hendrix to Amy Winehouse. It's a tragedy, all of these celebs died at such a young age, t was not meant to be that way. Whether it was from a tragic drug overdose, or a horrific accident. It stinks really. I've enjoyed all their music, and honestly, it's their influence that has shaped my musical taste. Without them my love for being able to play an instrument wouldn't be there.
As I had said some of these artists are some of my biggest influences. Take Jimi Hendrix, one of the greatest guitarists on earth. His skill playing makes me wish I could have an 1/8th of what he does. Skill and talent is what he had, and what does he die from? An undisputed asphyxiation. What is that? No one knows, however they do know that he died at the age of 27. Sad
How about lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter of Nirvana? Kurt Cobain. This man was a genius, a man that created an entire genre and generation of grunge. The music that defined me, and the early 90s and the quintessential music that defined an age of innocence. Thank you Mr. Cobain, you are one of the people that made me, me. And just like Mr. Hendrix, you died at the age of 27. *Sigh* gone to soon.
The last artist I want to mention is Amy Winehouse. Whether you agree with her views or not, or even what she was about. You had to admit the girl had a voice on her. However she led a tragic life, and once again it was cut too short. Her drug and alcohol addiction killed her. However she left us with her soulful voice, and beautiful music. Thanks Amy for that, you were a true artist. The 27 club is the worst. Lets pray for our artists.
So what is club 2-7? Well it's basically a club that consist of rockstar celebrities that have died at the age of 27. From Jimi Hendrix to Amy Winehouse. It's a tragedy, all of these celebs died at such a young age, t was not meant to be that way. Whether it was from a tragic drug overdose, or a horrific accident. It stinks really. I've enjoyed all their music, and honestly, it's their influence that has shaped my musical taste. Without them my love for being able to play an instrument wouldn't be there.
As I had said some of these artists are some of my biggest influences. Take Jimi Hendrix, one of the greatest guitarists on earth. His skill playing makes me wish I could have an 1/8th of what he does. Skill and talent is what he had, and what does he die from? An undisputed asphyxiation. What is that? No one knows, however they do know that he died at the age of 27. Sad
How about lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter of Nirvana? Kurt Cobain. This man was a genius, a man that created an entire genre and generation of grunge. The music that defined me, and the early 90s and the quintessential music that defined an age of innocence. Thank you Mr. Cobain, you are one of the people that made me, me. And just like Mr. Hendrix, you died at the age of 27. *Sigh* gone to soon.
The last artist I want to mention is Amy Winehouse. Whether you agree with her views or not, or even what she was about. You had to admit the girl had a voice on her. However she led a tragic life, and once again it was cut too short. Her drug and alcohol addiction killed her. However she left us with her soulful voice, and beautiful music. Thanks Amy for that, you were a true artist. The 27 club is the worst. Lets pray for our artists.
Monday, February 20, 2012
#RTK
Okay, if you have been reading this blog for sometime now, you all know that I have been trying to run more often and erin for a 5k. Well so far so good. On Sunday, me and Dave went to Overbrook HS, and went for a little jog. Now I'v been doing the treadmill run, so Sunday was a first time I was outside and running, and the first thing I've noticed is that, well how should I put this, I couldn't breathe. The cold air restricted my breathing, and it kinda freaked me out...I thought that was what a heart attack like. However, it wasn't so thank goodness to that.
Well I think the date has been set, 6/17/2012 will be 5K. So far I have Mr. Dave signed up, and possible Jorge and Suze. I also might have my sister in, and possibly WT and Tina. So a pretty good group so far. If you're wondering which run I'm doing. It's the Gary Papa 5K. I'm pretty excited about it. It may not be on my bucket list, but I'll tell you what. It's preparing me for the half marathon that I want to accomplish. Man, I'm going to do Forrest Gump proud.
I've had this idea this year that I'm going to attempt this 5K run. However, when me and Dave were running, Dave said something that has really intrigued me. "Wei, why don't we create our own 5K charity event?" And ever since then, I've been thinking about this a lot really. How about creating the Run Team Kina 5K? Create the event, get it sponsored, get the registration going, choose a day, choose a course, and choose the advertisement. From all the reading I've done there are many companies that are willing to sponsor and event like this. I would like to donate all the funds made to RTK. So, I'm getting ideas out now, and I think I'm going to make a few calls tomorrow afternoon after work to see how I can get some sponsorships and fundraising accomplishments done. I never fathomed this idea, however, it's going on my bucket list now. Thanks Davie H. I'll keep you posted buddy, and hopefully we can work on something like this together.
So as I sit here typing about my daily life, and my plans for it. I have one last thing to say. I'm in the market to buy a few more suits. I don't know what it is about suits, and the affect it has on me, but I'll tell you this. It's something that I love. I feel good in my suits, from the the thread count, to the perfect shirt and tie combo that goes with it. And how does it? With the perfect pair of shoes of course. God I love my suits.
Well I think the date has been set, 6/17/2012 will be 5K. So far I have Mr. Dave signed up, and possible Jorge and Suze. I also might have my sister in, and possibly WT and Tina. So a pretty good group so far. If you're wondering which run I'm doing. It's the Gary Papa 5K. I'm pretty excited about it. It may not be on my bucket list, but I'll tell you what. It's preparing me for the half marathon that I want to accomplish. Man, I'm going to do Forrest Gump proud.
I've had this idea this year that I'm going to attempt this 5K run. However, when me and Dave were running, Dave said something that has really intrigued me. "Wei, why don't we create our own 5K charity event?" And ever since then, I've been thinking about this a lot really. How about creating the Run Team Kina 5K? Create the event, get it sponsored, get the registration going, choose a day, choose a course, and choose the advertisement. From all the reading I've done there are many companies that are willing to sponsor and event like this. I would like to donate all the funds made to RTK. So, I'm getting ideas out now, and I think I'm going to make a few calls tomorrow afternoon after work to see how I can get some sponsorships and fundraising accomplishments done. I never fathomed this idea, however, it's going on my bucket list now. Thanks Davie H. I'll keep you posted buddy, and hopefully we can work on something like this together.
So as I sit here typing about my daily life, and my plans for it. I have one last thing to say. I'm in the market to buy a few more suits. I don't know what it is about suits, and the affect it has on me, but I'll tell you this. It's something that I love. I feel good in my suits, from the the thread count, to the perfect shirt and tie combo that goes with it. And how does it? With the perfect pair of shoes of course. God I love my suits.
Legen...wait for it...dary!
Thursday, February 16, 2012
All we do is LIN LIN LIN!!
Lately my mind has been on this a lot. And no not about Jeremy Lin, I don't swing that way, and I'm a Sixers fan. However I guess where I'm going with this is that I seem to be doing more Asian-y things nowadays. I don't know if that's technically a bad thing, but just weird for me. I've always considered myself kind of a twinky. Yellow on the outside, but white on the inside. It's weird, I haven't really acted my own way. And well, most Asian people don't like me. I guess, cause I can't relate with them.
I don't know, I guess I don't like a lot of them as well. I believe a ton of them are not very nice. However, like Dave has said, every race has mean people. I don't know, maybe cause more of them has been awfully mean to me. Stupid jerk Asians. Well anyway, so here I am, trying to find a good ramen joint and all I had to choose from was pho. I'm cool with that, but what I really think, is that we need more of these kinds of places in Jersey. However what I think can fill a book. So until I open one of these places, I really can't say squat. So whoever is a multimillionaire and wants to steal this idea...don't you cheating son of a gun...haha just kidding.
You know what would be neat? Customizing cars. I've been watching this show called Street Customs, it's about West Coast Custom's shop. I don't know what it is, but metal cutting, fabricating, engineering, and all that good stuff that makes a car run is awesome. I wish life could be like this. I would love to hire all my friends, and start creating and customizing cars. I'm watching a 1955 Ford F-100 being create customized and prepped. And this thing is a beauty and a beast at the same time. I kinda want one now. Man that would be the life no?
So yeah, something about being more Asian. I think I'm getting back into my roots. Hahahaha...whatever, take a look at the video below. It's awesome...watch the end. That thing is mean...and it's an automatic.
I don't know, I guess I don't like a lot of them as well. I believe a ton of them are not very nice. However, like Dave has said, every race has mean people. I don't know, maybe cause more of them has been awfully mean to me. Stupid jerk Asians. Well anyway, so here I am, trying to find a good ramen joint and all I had to choose from was pho. I'm cool with that, but what I really think, is that we need more of these kinds of places in Jersey. However what I think can fill a book. So until I open one of these places, I really can't say squat. So whoever is a multimillionaire and wants to steal this idea...don't you cheating son of a gun...haha just kidding.
You know what would be neat? Customizing cars. I've been watching this show called Street Customs, it's about West Coast Custom's shop. I don't know what it is, but metal cutting, fabricating, engineering, and all that good stuff that makes a car run is awesome. I wish life could be like this. I would love to hire all my friends, and start creating and customizing cars. I'm watching a 1955 Ford F-100 being create customized and prepped. And this thing is a beauty and a beast at the same time. I kinda want one now. Man that would be the life no?
So yeah, something about being more Asian. I think I'm getting back into my roots. Hahahaha...whatever, take a look at the video below. It's awesome...watch the end. That thing is mean...and it's an automatic.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Blog blog blog
Well, I've decided I need to do more with this 5k training. Running stinks, and it's not one of my favorite things. However, I'm doing it, and trying my best. Yesterday I wanted to add to my repertoire so I began hitting the bag again. What I didn't realize was that my fist were bleeding under the wraps. Now that makes me feel good. Like I'm really working hard.
Anywhoo, I'm thinking lately I gotta take more risk. I'm not a huge risk taker, but they say, no risk no rewards right. I don't know what's that next big thing in my life. I feel like I'm still at sea just drifting around in a sea of nowhere. I don't know, I don't want that feeling of nothing. I wrote about things on my bucket list, and I feel like something has to change for the better. I just don't know what yet. Keep looking, and keep searching. That's all I can do I think.
So today during my guitar lessons, I've finally learned the strumming pattern that I have been trying to master. I think I finally got something going, and it feels right. It's weird, because I've been trying to add lyrics while I strum the guitar, and I've realized how difficult it is. I don't know how Kina or John Mayer, or any singer does it. Why is it so difficult to do? I don't understand it sometimes, but fighting through the pain, and watching my fingers get raw and all callusy. I know it's not a word...but it is in Wei's world. And boom goes the dynamite.
Last thing, I haven't done a top 50 car update in a while, and I want to add another to the list. So here's number 47. 93 Nissan 240sx or in Japan...the S13. Old school Nissan that I love, it has one of the sleeker and sleeper style that I love. No one ever suspects the car to be pushed the way it can. And it's just oh so lovely. Enjoy the video ladies and gents. It's pretty legendary.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Valentine's Day
Whether you think it's a hokey, pretentious, or just another Hallmark holiday. If I can take a line from Kina, "I know some say this day is arbitrary," but it isn't. You have to admit it, it's a big day. I've always enjoyed this holiday. Starting from when I was a kid, until now. Just so many great things, candy, cards, flowers, all the good stuff.
So where do we begin, I say childhood/grade-school. Remember the little boxes you would make to get all your Valentines day cards? I know you do. And then taking all your cards for everyone and passing them out. Having those first grade crushes. Awesome. I think that's what makes me happiest most. Just remembering all the little stuff. Oh, and cute little pink cupcakes...epic.
As time moved on and we got to high school. It all kinda remained the same. Instead you didn't get cards for everyone, and you definitely didn't just give out cards. Between candy grams and buying flowers for girls, it all just got a lot more complicated. However in a fun and cutesy way I guess. Man I loved candy grams. They were awesome, and oh so adorable.
Finally living in the real world and being a grown adult what does Valentine's Day give us? Well I'll never admit it, but it does give you agita ever once in a while. Between the fact that you have to celebrate the day, and get and give that special someone in your life something, makes it kinda difficult. However, like any real adult. I don't think this day should define a relationship. Instead, I'm going to agree with all the cliche talk that I have been seeing and hearing all day. This is something you gotta do everyday. If you love someone, don't just show it on this day. Do it like you mean it, and show it everyday. So for all you lovely couples out there enjoying this evening, remember it's not just today.
Oh, and another thing. Ladies, realize how much that guy cares about you. Because technically, this is a holiday for you. A guy could care less about this day, he doesn't expect anything at all. And for all you women out there saying, "I don't expect anything." We know it hurts a little if you don't get squat. So please don't tell us that, when you don't mean it. Enjoy your day ladies, and treat them well fellas. Happy Valentine's day everybody.
"Remember the little things in life...cause one day, they'll be the big things."
Monday, February 13, 2012
The Bucket List
So like I explained in an earlier post, this Saturday I had began working on a bucket list. Well it's technically not complete, however I did write enough to cover the basis. So my plan tonight? Well I kinda wanted to share with you all my dreams and aspiration in life. I have/had a ton. I wonder how bored I will make you all? Probably a shit ton, however, enjoy.
BUCKET LIST
1. Restore Buick GN to stock form. Look it up, that's what I want to fix.
2. Buy a retail space, and open up my sandwich shop
3. Make my first million dollar
4. Once I make it, my family and friends will make it.
5. Become a better chef
6. Travel to at least one country on all continents.
7. Buy all 50 cars on my top 50 Car list.
8. Find the love of my life...I would write something else, but you know. If you were there that evening, you know what I'm talking about.
9. Run a 1/2 marathon.
10. Play the guitar perfectly.
11. Learn to play the entire "Stairwells," album.
12. Get my gun license
13. Purchase my first gun before the zombie apocalypse.
14. Purchase a Patek Phillipe
15. Be able to fluently speak Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese
16. Learn to swim
17. Buy a boat
18. Visit each state in the United States.
19. Make the words "Jazzy," and "That's the way he likes it," happen.
20. Write my memoirs
21. Hit a half court shot at a Sixer's half-court competition.
22. Franchise my sandwich shop.
23. Start a fire with no other apparatus besides two pieces of wood.
24. Win $10,000 at the casino.
25. Fly an airplane.
26. Plant a tree
27. Set a tire swing on said tree for my children/grandchildren
28. Build a treehouse
29. Learn to ice-skate
30. Make at least 5 Asian best friends. Full, purebred Asians. No mixes. (Yup, I said it, shocking...I know)
31. Make the best soufflé ever...perefectly
32. Get over my fear of spiders
33. Own season tickets to all four major sport teams in Philadelphia.
34. Ride in a hot air balloon
35. Watch all 4 major sport teams in Philadelphia win their respective championship
36. Learn to play golf
37. Score a hole-in-one.
38. Hit a homerun in Citizens Bank Park
39. Win a storage locker at auction
40. Guest write on Dave's blog
41. Be able to complete this list entirely.
Folks what I really want in life is to enjoy the finer things, and my family and my friends. I want to be there for them. Nay, I need to be there for them. I want to make it. I guess, I want it all. I am a greedy S.O.B. However I know it's going for a good cause.
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, do something special for that special someone. And remember, just like anything else in life, let it breath. And just like fine wine, it will only get better with age. ^___^
BUCKET LIST
1. Restore Buick GN to stock form. Look it up, that's what I want to fix.
2. Buy a retail space, and open up my sandwich shop
3. Make my first million dollar
4. Once I make it, my family and friends will make it.
5. Become a better chef
6. Travel to at least one country on all continents.
7. Buy all 50 cars on my top 50 Car list.
8. Find the love of my life...I would write something else, but you know. If you were there that evening, you know what I'm talking about.
9. Run a 1/2 marathon.
10. Play the guitar perfectly.
11. Learn to play the entire "Stairwells," album.
12. Get my gun license
13. Purchase my first gun before the zombie apocalypse.
14. Purchase a Patek Phillipe
15. Be able to fluently speak Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese
16. Learn to swim
17. Buy a boat
18. Visit each state in the United States.
19. Make the words "Jazzy," and "That's the way he likes it," happen.
20. Write my memoirs
21. Hit a half court shot at a Sixer's half-court competition.
22. Franchise my sandwich shop.
23. Start a fire with no other apparatus besides two pieces of wood.
24. Win $10,000 at the casino.
25. Fly an airplane.
26. Plant a tree
27. Set a tire swing on said tree for my children/grandchildren
28. Build a treehouse
29. Learn to ice-skate
30. Make at least 5 Asian best friends. Full, purebred Asians. No mixes. (Yup, I said it, shocking...I know)
31. Make the best soufflé ever...perefectly
32. Get over my fear of spiders
33. Own season tickets to all four major sport teams in Philadelphia.
34. Ride in a hot air balloon
35. Watch all 4 major sport teams in Philadelphia win their respective championship
36. Learn to play golf
37. Score a hole-in-one.
38. Hit a homerun in Citizens Bank Park
39. Win a storage locker at auction
40. Guest write on Dave's blog
41. Be able to complete this list entirely.
Folks what I really want in life is to enjoy the finer things, and my family and my friends. I want to be there for them. Nay, I need to be there for them. I want to make it. I guess, I want it all. I am a greedy S.O.B. However I know it's going for a good cause.
Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, do something special for that special someone. And remember, just like anything else in life, let it breath. And just like fine wine, it will only get better with age. ^___^
"Love, it's a special day
We should celebrate and appreciate
That you and me found something pretty neat
And I know some say this day is arbitrary
But it's a good excuse, put our love to use
Baby, I know what to do
Baby, I will love you
I'll love you, I'll love you"
Sunday, February 12, 2012
They Say...
It's Saturday, and that's suppose to mean obscure music Saturday right? Well not really, as you can see the format for me has changed drastically. I've been trying to avoid the steady sculpture of the same statue. Instead, I've gone back to what I love doing most, and that's just writing about bullshit.
Oh...it's Sunday now, I can't really say that it's Saturday can I? Lets talk about Saturday though? Suzanne's party was pretty epic. The night started off with cooking in the kitchen. Me making my fake Spanish rice, not Brandon or Steffie, approved. ^___^ However, good enough. With the rice made, and me hanging out with the fellas, drinking seemed to be in order. I attacked margaritas and beer with a passion. Drank a little scotch, and began to really enjoy my night with a little fun and games. Good times.
I don't know, it's days like these that I love most, this interaction of people, and meeting new people for the first time. I've met a gentleman by the name of Mike. Mike was awesome, he killed me in chess, made me realize that I stink at chess and probably should learn how to play that again. I'm not as good as I use to be, and I really wish I was. That and Connect Four, god I wish I can win one at Connect Four. However, I think my favorite part of the evening was the bucket list portion. John introduced us to his new gf, Jean, and she's pretty much buckets. Good people really, makes me happy that I can continue to surround myself to awesome people. I also think writing a bucket list with friends makes the bonds of friendship that much stronger.
So last night I wrote my list, and obviously this isn't my bucket list blog, but I'll throw it up soon. For now, I'm going to enjoy my lazy Sunday. Possibly write another blog later on today, listen to a few records, and definitely hit up some guitar practicing, feels good my hands are getting back into it. Oh, and definitely would like to go for a run in the snow today. Okay, that last part is a pos, cause I know I'll fall and break my neck down the line. I'm not the most graceful person there is out there.
So with that, I leave you with a video of the Sneaker Pimps...it was my trippy 90s period for me. I love the 90s
Saturday, February 11, 2012
And BOOM Goes the Dynamite
So what a night. Sushi with my boy Brandon, and a drink and cigar at a new cigar lounge. Place was epic. Honestly, my goal in life is to have a cigar bar just like this. Amazing good times honestly. I got to smoke in doors, watch that game, and enjoy a very large snifter of scotch. Nothing has beaten tonight so far. Amazing evening honestly.
So anyway, me and Brandon head out to get some sushi, and we get stuck on 95 on the way to go to this cigar joint. Not much else I can say, but I can't stop raving about this place. However, when people stop by talk to you for minutes on end, and shooting the shit so easily. Well I can't complain. These people are good, and they take care of you so well. Not only that...a free cigar lighter doesn't hurt. A nice butane lighter is epic.
What else, well, the Sixers lost, so that's not good. This of course make me sad. But Chris Paul is a star, and he's good. I wished Lou Williams was able to get a shot off, that would have been awesome. However, what are you going to do? It's a tough loss, but there will be more, and they are good. So I'm not too worried. Oh, and yeah, I guess Jeremy Lin is pretty good. He's a player, and seeing him getting one over Kobe, well it's pretty good.
So anyway, me and Brandon head out to get some sushi, and we get stuck on 95 on the way to go to this cigar joint. Not much else I can say, but I can't stop raving about this place. However, when people stop by talk to you for minutes on end, and shooting the shit so easily. Well I can't complain. These people are good, and they take care of you so well. Not only that...a free cigar lighter doesn't hurt. A nice butane lighter is epic.
What else, well, the Sixers lost, so that's not good. This of course make me sad. But Chris Paul is a star, and he's good. I wished Lou Williams was able to get a shot off, that would have been awesome. However, what are you going to do? It's a tough loss, but there will be more, and they are good. So I'm not too worried. Oh, and yeah, I guess Jeremy Lin is pretty good. He's a player, and seeing him getting one over Kobe, well it's pretty good.
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Chivalry
Contemplating the angle I wanted to take on this. I guess it could have gone under a grind my gears session, however, I don't know. It's more of an observation. No, you know what this is a grind my gears section. Fuck that noise. For all the women out there that believe chivalry is dead, and men aren't chivalrous anymore. Guess what? It is dead. It is dead, and long and gone. And before I begin my ramblings, and tell you why it's gone, I'm going to tell you who the main culprit of killing it is. Drum roll please...and the reason for chivalry being dead...you...the women. I'm going to get hell for this.
So fuck it. I said it, and I'm going to go jumping in two feet first. Seriously think about it. I'm all for being nice to people, whether you are man or woman. I'm going to open a door for you. I'm going to ask, "Hey you need help carrying that?" I'm sorry, it's just the way I am, I grew up with three sisters, I want to believe chivalry doesn't have to die the awful death that it's going. I hate to believe it. However it's going down pretty fast and it's going in a blaze of glory. After thinking about this for a while now. It has just made me mad that some people are just jerks, and honestly you don't have to be. There really isn't any point into being that. Why do you have to rain on my parade in being nice. If you think I'm going to setback the entire women race 40 years by opening a door for you, then by all means, tell me nicely, and I'll just let the door slam in your face. Better no?
So where is all this pent up rage coming from? Well truthfully, it all started on an evening to my neighborhood Starbucks. Now, I'm walking ahead of this lady and mind you she's kinda attractive. However by no means does this mean I only open the door because you're attractive. I'm doing it because I'm nice jerk off. Stupid, bitch, wench. I don't care if you are pretty, you went down 8 pegs for scoffing at me for opening the door and not saying thank you. That attitude isn't going to get you far in life lady. Jerk. So anyway to continue my story, I got my coffee and whipped out my Mac to start typing up a blog. It may have been the Thirsty Thursday one. Anyway, I notice the lady sitting down as well and she's got work to do. After that I no longer pay her any mind. It's what happens next that makes me happy the most.
So as I get ready to head on out, I pack up my things. Laptop, journal, iPod, and cell phone, the usual sort of regulars. As I walk out, I noticed her and a woman in mom jeans getting ready to head out the door. I opened the door for the mother, and was promptly given a, "Well thank you young man." At that same second, I notice the first lady I opened the door with getting ready to walk through, and in my mind I said fuck it, I'm not a doormat, looked at her and said excuse me, and walked through without holding the door. I don't know the look on her face, but it felt right. I'm not really one to have grudges or even do these types of things. I always believe in the gentleman code. However, it's 2012 and why should I care, she didn't. I wish I could have turn around and see the look on her face. I didn't, I was already a jerk enough.
The second thing that really pushed me to write this blog tonight was also the fact that I was listening to an old podcast of Preston and Steve yesterday, and I just thought it was very coincidental that they too had talked about chivalry being dead. What pushed the topic over for me? They received a call from a woman, and she had the audacity to say, "Well, I don't like going to Home Depot, buying a 50lb bag of fertilizer and being asked, "Do you need help carrying that miss?" What else is the employee suppose to do, watch you carry a 50lb bag without asking if you need help? It's his job, he's just trying to be nice. Is there a gender bias when it comes to that? I don't know. Maybe, maybe he thought it was really heavy, and you could use a little help. Obviously I'm not going to ask a husky 275lb man if he needs help carrying a bag that weighs like a feather to him. However, if you're a 105lb girl or even a 130lb girl, if he sees you struggling shouldn't he ask if you need help? Hell, if it was a man struggling shouldn't he ask if the gentleman needs help? God, you suck for being mean and calling in your horrible sexist behavior you had to endure. Screw you get a life lady, he was just being nice. I'm glad you're big and strong and you can carry 50lbs easy. Remind me to slam the door in your face as well. It's women like this that killed chivalry.
I'm not saying I'm giving up on chivalry altogether. But hear this okay. If I change for the worse, it's going to be because of you. However for now, I'll continue to open the door, carry your heavy bags, offer my jacket when you're chilly, offer you a piggyback ride when your feet are swollen, and even offer you a foot rub/massage when you need one. But don't take my kindness and chivalry for granted, cause one day we're all going to become the douchebag you want. And when that day comes I don't want to hear any whining about why can't guys be more gentlemen like...Bitch PLEASE!
On a happier not enjoy tonights videos. The first video is Dave Chappelle's, "Chivalry is Dead," standup. And the second video is a music video of Perfume performing, "Monochrome Effect."
So fuck it. I said it, and I'm going to go jumping in two feet first. Seriously think about it. I'm all for being nice to people, whether you are man or woman. I'm going to open a door for you. I'm going to ask, "Hey you need help carrying that?" I'm sorry, it's just the way I am, I grew up with three sisters, I want to believe chivalry doesn't have to die the awful death that it's going. I hate to believe it. However it's going down pretty fast and it's going in a blaze of glory. After thinking about this for a while now. It has just made me mad that some people are just jerks, and honestly you don't have to be. There really isn't any point into being that. Why do you have to rain on my parade in being nice. If you think I'm going to setback the entire women race 40 years by opening a door for you, then by all means, tell me nicely, and I'll just let the door slam in your face. Better no?
So where is all this pent up rage coming from? Well truthfully, it all started on an evening to my neighborhood Starbucks. Now, I'm walking ahead of this lady and mind you she's kinda attractive. However by no means does this mean I only open the door because you're attractive. I'm doing it because I'm nice jerk off. Stupid, bitch, wench. I don't care if you are pretty, you went down 8 pegs for scoffing at me for opening the door and not saying thank you. That attitude isn't going to get you far in life lady. Jerk. So anyway to continue my story, I got my coffee and whipped out my Mac to start typing up a blog. It may have been the Thirsty Thursday one. Anyway, I notice the lady sitting down as well and she's got work to do. After that I no longer pay her any mind. It's what happens next that makes me happy the most.
So as I get ready to head on out, I pack up my things. Laptop, journal, iPod, and cell phone, the usual sort of regulars. As I walk out, I noticed her and a woman in mom jeans getting ready to head out the door. I opened the door for the mother, and was promptly given a, "Well thank you young man." At that same second, I notice the first lady I opened the door with getting ready to walk through, and in my mind I said fuck it, I'm not a doormat, looked at her and said excuse me, and walked through without holding the door. I don't know the look on her face, but it felt right. I'm not really one to have grudges or even do these types of things. I always believe in the gentleman code. However, it's 2012 and why should I care, she didn't. I wish I could have turn around and see the look on her face. I didn't, I was already a jerk enough.
The second thing that really pushed me to write this blog tonight was also the fact that I was listening to an old podcast of Preston and Steve yesterday, and I just thought it was very coincidental that they too had talked about chivalry being dead. What pushed the topic over for me? They received a call from a woman, and she had the audacity to say, "Well, I don't like going to Home Depot, buying a 50lb bag of fertilizer and being asked, "Do you need help carrying that miss?" What else is the employee suppose to do, watch you carry a 50lb bag without asking if you need help? It's his job, he's just trying to be nice. Is there a gender bias when it comes to that? I don't know. Maybe, maybe he thought it was really heavy, and you could use a little help. Obviously I'm not going to ask a husky 275lb man if he needs help carrying a bag that weighs like a feather to him. However, if you're a 105lb girl or even a 130lb girl, if he sees you struggling shouldn't he ask if you need help? Hell, if it was a man struggling shouldn't he ask if the gentleman needs help? God, you suck for being mean and calling in your horrible sexist behavior you had to endure. Screw you get a life lady, he was just being nice. I'm glad you're big and strong and you can carry 50lbs easy. Remind me to slam the door in your face as well. It's women like this that killed chivalry.
I'm not saying I'm giving up on chivalry altogether. But hear this okay. If I change for the worse, it's going to be because of you. However for now, I'll continue to open the door, carry your heavy bags, offer my jacket when you're chilly, offer you a piggyback ride when your feet are swollen, and even offer you a foot rub/massage when you need one. But don't take my kindness and chivalry for granted, cause one day we're all going to become the douchebag you want. And when that day comes I don't want to hear any whining about why can't guys be more gentlemen like...Bitch PLEASE!
On a happier not enjoy tonights videos. The first video is Dave Chappelle's, "Chivalry is Dead," standup. And the second video is a music video of Perfume performing, "Monochrome Effect."
and now for a happy song...
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Super Bowl Sunday Funday
Well well well, it's that time of year again. Stuffing our faces with delicious foods and getting chummy with everyone. Even though my team isn't in this year, it should be a good game. Okay seriously, it's hard for me to say that really. I'm not a Patriots fan, and well, as you may know, I'm definitely not a Giants fan. It is what it is. So what do I really have to look forward to for this game, well CEC V of course. We have a lovely cake eating contest that I want to take care of this year.
So what else do I have to believe in this year. Well, I got the Phillies I'm looking forward to, and I still have the Flyers of course, so all in all as a sports day it would it's a good day. So as I sit here watching the Flyers game today, I'm going to enjoy the good times with all my friends. Man I love these guys. Stupid Flyers, get a bloody goal...WWWOOOOO!!!! Brayden Schenn!!!
Sorry, Flyers just scored on the Rangers, they've had our number all year. So, I'm pretty excited. Anyway we need this win today, so lets hope for a good one people...but lets talk about the real deal sport for today. The Superbowl...enjoy everybody. As for me, I'm going to enjoy the rest of this game, and getting ready for the game.
So what else do I have to believe in this year. Well, I got the Phillies I'm looking forward to, and I still have the Flyers of course, so all in all as a sports day it would it's a good day. So as I sit here watching the Flyers game today, I'm going to enjoy the good times with all my friends. Man I love these guys. Stupid Flyers, get a bloody goal...WWWOOOOO!!!! Brayden Schenn!!!
Sorry, Flyers just scored on the Rangers, they've had our number all year. So, I'm pretty excited. Anyway we need this win today, so lets hope for a good one people...but lets talk about the real deal sport for today. The Superbowl...enjoy everybody. As for me, I'm going to enjoy the rest of this game, and getting ready for the game.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Thirsty Thursday
Ahhh...good old thirsty Thursday. And in honor of one of my favorite past times, I'm going to name my top 10 favorite drinks. If you know me, this is going to be quite simple. If you don't, well then enjoy the list, enjoy the ride, and hell, go out there and get a drink. You deserve one of these tasty beverages.
10. Rum and Coke
Seriously are we arguing about a classic here? This is one of the first drinks you ever had as a legalized adult...admit it.
9. T&TWhat beats a Tanqueray and Tonic and a warm summer day? Not much really, it's just the right drink for that summertime blues. Goes well with dinner, and just the right refreshing cocktail when out with guys and gals. Try it this summer, you won't be disappointed.
8. Jägermeister
Seriously, just looking at it and I can taste college. Sometimes you just gotta bring those days back you know.
7. 7&7
Ahhh yess, my social drink of choice. To me there is nothing better when you're at a club or lounge and you have this drink in your hand. It's like you're Cool Joe Smooth. Nothing goes wrong, and you have an all time high with your swagger. Smmmooooottthhh...
6. Guinness
I don't drink a lot of beer, but when I do, I make sure it's a Guinness...like chocolate milk. That's all Guinness has ever reminded me of. Good times.
5. Godfathers
Guys night out? Try one of these bad boys. Godfathers, two part scotch, one part amaretto. Lets get the party started, you're the guy with the funny stories and the greatest jokes. This drink belongs in your hand. Enjoy.
4. Vodka Redbull
It's the drink that will kill you the fast. An accelerant and a depressant...I'm pretty sure your heart is saying fuck you to you every time you drink one. But your stomach and mouth loves the taste. Drink up boy-o! This one is on the house.
3. Dom Perignon Rose
They say you drink champagne on times when you need to celebrate. And I agree. Since I technically can't afford a bottle of Ace yet. A nice bottle of Dom is always spectacular. Not your everyday drink, or even your every other month drink. But a drink to have when you need to pop a bottle.
2. Manhattan
Tell me, what's your favorite aperitif after a steak dinner? Mine is a Manhattan. Made with Makers and a citrus twist, most of the time lemon. It's the perfect after dinner delight. Delectable. If you like your liquor strong, then a Manhattan is for you.
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1. The Perfect Pour (Johnnie Walker Blue Label)
My favorite drink of all time. I die happy with one of these in my hands. I love scotch, and I love the the mix blend. It's just what it is. Try it, it's smooth, no burn and no discomfort. Every ounce of it.
Well, these are my drink du jours. As you may or may have not noticed, most of my drinks are only 2 ingredients. So it's not that difficult to try these drinks. Enjoy everybody.
Rutgers - Camden
So why is Chris Christie trying to take away my school? I graduated as a Rutgers student, shouldn't my campus remain there? Why is this man ruining every aspect of me and my friends' lives? First he takes away teaching jobs, then he shows us his corrupt side, now Rutgers. Leave it alone mah-man. I like Rutgers the way it is, and not Rowan U. If I wanted to go to Glassboro State, I would've...jebus man jebus.
Anyway, I didn't want to get too much into it, I just wanted him to leave my school alone. Leave it alone jerk off, leave it alone.
Anyway, I didn't want to get too much into it, I just wanted him to leave my school alone. Leave it alone jerk off, leave it alone.
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