- So I am realizing more and more just how much I love being involved in the world of band. It is partly the music, yes, but more than that, it is the KIDS! I love the interaction with them, and getting to help mold them for the future. Especially here at TC, it is like a huge family, and it is so much fun to be around everyone. I really love it here.
- Went to see Thor over the weekend. Really well put together movie. NOT what I expected, at all, and that is a good thing! I get very tired of cliched movies, even the super hero ones. This was well beyond that. Such great actors and acting, and KB brought it as a director! If this is the future of super hero movies, I am excited!
- The job hunt continues. Next!
- Waiting on my next letter from my pen pal. Hopefully it comes soon!
- Weight loss - I NEED MORE MOTIVATION! Any help would be appreciated!
That's all for now, peace and love!
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
A quick update on me....
- Still job hunting, imagine that! But I know this is going to be the year, I just know it is....
- I have a pen pal. Got a letter from them today. So excited. I have had so much fun writing to this person and learning more about them. Plus, it is nice to actually WRITE to someone. Getting the mail has become a fun thing once again thanks to this person, I may write some more on here about this at a latter date.
- Very disappointing to hear about the low turn out at the pools in Kentucky yesterday. Come on people, GET OUT AND VOTE!!!!!!!!!
- Weight loss and exercise seems to be going in the right direction. Got to keep pushing and working on it!
That is it for now, will write more soon! Peace to all!
- I have a pen pal. Got a letter from them today. So excited. I have had so much fun writing to this person and learning more about them. Plus, it is nice to actually WRITE to someone. Getting the mail has become a fun thing once again thanks to this person, I may write some more on here about this at a latter date.
- Very disappointing to hear about the low turn out at the pools in Kentucky yesterday. Come on people, GET OUT AND VOTE!!!!!!!!!
- Weight loss and exercise seems to be going in the right direction. Got to keep pushing and working on it!
That is it for now, will write more soon! Peace to all!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Backstreet's Back....
Well, I am back! I plan on getting back to blogging and keeping this thing updated. Get ready for the return of the RANDOMNESS!!!!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Some random musings and catching up.
- Sorry I have not been around. Between marching band and grad school, I have been pretty well swamped. Two more weeks of marching band left. It has been a fun ride this year, totally unexpected, and oh so much fun!
- I think the ability to connect to each other instantly with cell phones by calling and texting can be a great thing. But not after midnight, when I am in bed, asleep. Common courtesy folks. If it is an emergency, it is okay, but if it not, it can wait. Trust me.
- Speaking of courtesy, when you make plans with someone, if you need to cancel, the way to do that is NOT to ignore them completely. Of course, I am learning more and more that people use that exact method in so many areas of life. I think that is so sad. If you don't want to talk to someone/see someone/whatever, then say so. Ignoring them is just cruel.
- I wen to the movies yesterday. Saw a great flick in RED. BUt was distracted by this couple in front of me several times, because THEY WERE ALL OVER EACH OTHER. I mean they could not stop touching and kissing each other. It was actually pretty disgusting. If you want to do that stuff in the dark, get a room folks, don't ruin my movie going experience.
- Farmville is stupid.
- Actually, I think all Facebook games are. I gave them up all at once, and gained so much more free time. I know that sounds dumb, but it is true.
- I would really like to learn to ballroom dance. I know I would not be all that good, as clumsy as I am, but I think it would be an interesting experience.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
The start of Fall
College football is in full swing, and marching band kicked off in full swing last night. I love this time of year! Have not blogged in a while so I thought I needed to get the lead out and do some writing. Here I go with my random musings!
- As I said, marching band kicked off yesterday. The show we went too, well, was at best, poorly run. I have been to so many shows over the years, and I know what it takes to run a good contest. It is a shame that the people who were in charge seemed to be totally confused about how things were supposed to go. Regardless, the kids did a PHENOMENAL job in finals, and really distinguished themselves. So proud to work with them!
- I have been observing people more and more as I have been out and about. And it disturbs me just how rude and inconsiderate people have become. When did it become so much about ourselves, and not about others? We need to get back to the point where we put others first, and stop worrying about ourselves so much. Have some consideration folks.
- To all my female friends who are so concerned about me being single, please understand. I am not sure I want something serious right now. Dating is cool, honestly, dating is so much fun to me! And yes, it will happen when it happens, I know that. So if I gripe about being single or not having a date, I know what you are gonna say! Just let me vent a little. Sometimes that is all I really need.
- And that brings me to my next point. If, at anytime, someone says hi to you, whether on facebook, by text or in person, take the time to say hi back. That could be the difference for that person between a good day or a bad day. Just my 2 cents worth.
- Grad school is kicking my butt, what else can I say.
- Had a slight health scare last week, but all is okay. Really have to focus on eating healthy and exercise. Anyone have any recipes that are healthy they want to share?
- well, I am tired this Sunday afternoon. Great day at church, but very tired. Think it is time for a nap! Have a blessed day y'all!
- As I said, marching band kicked off yesterday. The show we went too, well, was at best, poorly run. I have been to so many shows over the years, and I know what it takes to run a good contest. It is a shame that the people who were in charge seemed to be totally confused about how things were supposed to go. Regardless, the kids did a PHENOMENAL job in finals, and really distinguished themselves. So proud to work with them!
- I have been observing people more and more as I have been out and about. And it disturbs me just how rude and inconsiderate people have become. When did it become so much about ourselves, and not about others? We need to get back to the point where we put others first, and stop worrying about ourselves so much. Have some consideration folks.
- To all my female friends who are so concerned about me being single, please understand. I am not sure I want something serious right now. Dating is cool, honestly, dating is so much fun to me! And yes, it will happen when it happens, I know that. So if I gripe about being single or not having a date, I know what you are gonna say! Just let me vent a little. Sometimes that is all I really need.
- And that brings me to my next point. If, at anytime, someone says hi to you, whether on facebook, by text or in person, take the time to say hi back. That could be the difference for that person between a good day or a bad day. Just my 2 cents worth.
- Grad school is kicking my butt, what else can I say.
- Had a slight health scare last week, but all is okay. Really have to focus on eating healthy and exercise. Anyone have any recipes that are healthy they want to share?
- well, I am tired this Sunday afternoon. Great day at church, but very tired. Think it is time for a nap! Have a blessed day y'all!
Monday, August 2, 2010
Pop Culture: Super Hero Movies
As someone who is a big into movies, I have noticed that more super hero movies than ever are being made. I think there are several reasons for this. First, for Hollywood, super hero movies have become a cash cow. And as long as movies are making money, they will be made. One of the reasons I believe they are making money, and my second reason for them being made period is this: my generation has come into it's own. We were the generation that grew up during the comic's boom. I still have so many of my old comics. I just found out they were safe on my last trip home. As a generation, we are in a position to make decision about what movies are going to succeed. And we do. We are also the ones in power at some of these studios. Don't believe me, look up Kevin Smith. Reason number three? Being a "geek" is becoming more acceptable. More and more mainstream media has made being a geek acceptable. And the more acceptable things of the geeky persuasion are, the more we will see them! This is not a bad thing, trust me. I also think the production quality of super hero movies is so much higher. Compare the Christopher Nolan version of Batman to the Batman movies of the late 80's and early 90's. They are completely on a different plain.
But reason four is the reason I am blogging. We are in an era where feeling safe is not something that is common. Mot of the world, including those of use in the US live in some type of fear. The world is not quite the safe place we all used to think it was. And because of that, we are looking for a hero (pretty sure there is an 80's song about this). And people are looking to the movies for this hero. I think it has become a comfort thing. The superhero's we are seeing are flawed, imperfect, and make mistakes. Jut like us. But they overcome those mistakes, and make the right decisions in the end. It shows us that we can recover from mistakes. And when we do things will be alright. And is that not what we all want, to know that when we make mistakes, and we all do, that things will end up ok? I see this as being a BIG reason people are now flocking to see these movies.
That is my two cents worth. Have something in popular culture you want me to blog about? Let me know!
But reason four is the reason I am blogging. We are in an era where feeling safe is not something that is common. Mot of the world, including those of use in the US live in some type of fear. The world is not quite the safe place we all used to think it was. And because of that, we are looking for a hero (pretty sure there is an 80's song about this). And people are looking to the movies for this hero. I think it has become a comfort thing. The superhero's we are seeing are flawed, imperfect, and make mistakes. Jut like us. But they overcome those mistakes, and make the right decisions in the end. It shows us that we can recover from mistakes. And when we do things will be alright. And is that not what we all want, to know that when we make mistakes, and we all do, that things will end up ok? I see this as being a BIG reason people are now flocking to see these movies.
That is my two cents worth. Have something in popular culture you want me to blog about? Let me know!
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Tuesday and the random thoughts
Okay folks in my blogsphere. I am thinking of doing my blog 3-4 days a week, and each blog have a specific theme. I like that idea. I know I want one to be about pop culture in today's society. I already have a really good subject in mind for my next one. I think one should also be my random thoughts blog. I like writing it. I just need to write down all my thoughts! haha Any advice and input you have would be appreciated! Here we go!
- I have read many books already this summer. I have read all of Dan Brown's novels my first Clive Cussler/Dirk Pitt adventure, and started another book at home, but left it there. I know have three books my Max Lucado I am going to dig into. They are: Come Thirsty, Cure for the Common Life, and Fearless. Will let you know what I think of each one once I finish them.
- Campbellsville is a small place. Population of 10,000, about 2500 added when the University is in session. And we are about to open our 6th pizza place. Gattis, Papa Johns, Dominos, Pizza Hut, Snappy Tomato, and now.......Little Cesears. We also have three Mexican places, and three Chinese places. We have a single steak house, and a new place called Papa's, that apparently is going to be the local Cracker Barrel, just opened. Of course we have the requisite fast food places. But we need some VARIETY! Just my thought. I am excited about $5.00 hot and ready at LC. Cheep pizza fast!
- This is my favorite time of year. Why you may ask? Because I know my favorite season is coming. Fall is on it's way. I love fall, even wrote a poem about it several years ago. I should find that and try and get it published. But it is also my favorite for two activities that happen this time of year: football and marching band. I am stoked because C'ville now has lights at the field, which means NIGHT TIME COLLEGE FOOTBALL! That is a big deal to me. I am so excited to see the Tigers play under the lights!
- Women. You confuzzle me. I don't mean this as an insult, and it is not directed towards one person. But man alive you drive me crazy! I hate the confusion, but I love you for who you are. Just say what you want and stop beating around the bush! It makes my life MUCH easier! Thank you!
- If this last job lead falls through, I am starting hard at my masters. Not sure in what yet, but I am going to get at it. And find a job that will help me pay the bills. I am not asking for much here, businesses of C'ville, just a chance to work. Is that so bad?
- I still wonder if, when I was younger, I should not have just packed up and moved to Chicago. That city has more of a pull on me every day. I think I would really like it there. But what can you do?
- What song, from the world of popular music, always seems to put a smile on your face? I will reveal mine in a later blog.
Think that is all for today. Follow me on Twitter: @alcourington. I post some very random things on there!
Peace, love, and good food for you all!
- I have read many books already this summer. I have read all of Dan Brown's novels my first Clive Cussler/Dirk Pitt adventure, and started another book at home, but left it there. I know have three books my Max Lucado I am going to dig into. They are: Come Thirsty, Cure for the Common Life, and Fearless. Will let you know what I think of each one once I finish them.
- Campbellsville is a small place. Population of 10,000, about 2500 added when the University is in session. And we are about to open our 6th pizza place. Gattis, Papa Johns, Dominos, Pizza Hut, Snappy Tomato, and now.......Little Cesears. We also have three Mexican places, and three Chinese places. We have a single steak house, and a new place called Papa's, that apparently is going to be the local Cracker Barrel, just opened. Of course we have the requisite fast food places. But we need some VARIETY! Just my thought. I am excited about $5.00 hot and ready at LC. Cheep pizza fast!
- This is my favorite time of year. Why you may ask? Because I know my favorite season is coming. Fall is on it's way. I love fall, even wrote a poem about it several years ago. I should find that and try and get it published. But it is also my favorite for two activities that happen this time of year: football and marching band. I am stoked because C'ville now has lights at the field, which means NIGHT TIME COLLEGE FOOTBALL! That is a big deal to me. I am so excited to see the Tigers play under the lights!
- Women. You confuzzle me. I don't mean this as an insult, and it is not directed towards one person. But man alive you drive me crazy! I hate the confusion, but I love you for who you are. Just say what you want and stop beating around the bush! It makes my life MUCH easier! Thank you!
- If this last job lead falls through, I am starting hard at my masters. Not sure in what yet, but I am going to get at it. And find a job that will help me pay the bills. I am not asking for much here, businesses of C'ville, just a chance to work. Is that so bad?
- I still wonder if, when I was younger, I should not have just packed up and moved to Chicago. That city has more of a pull on me every day. I think I would really like it there. But what can you do?
- What song, from the world of popular music, always seems to put a smile on your face? I will reveal mine in a later blog.
Think that is all for today. Follow me on Twitter: @alcourington. I post some very random things on there!
Peace, love, and good food for you all!
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