I rarely find myself drawn to female vocalists. Perhaps its because I dig heavier more technically challenging music ( things that require a commitment to listening ) and more often than not females vocalists dig themselves into more bland pop music vibes . Marnie Stern and Emily Haines were the only real female front women who got heavy listening in my iTunes until today, but damn, move over ladies - Lisa Papineau in this Big Sir action is fabulous.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Monday, November 2, 2009
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
I give up...
I don't really give up, but for now I'm settling that I do not have the time or energy to blog daily, weekly or monthly for the matter. This sets a low threshold, thus taht you'll be surprised when I actually do jot my thoughts down.
That aside - I muse with others semi-frequently about my pure annoyances with other law students. Primarily the fact they all hang out in gaggles and rarely spend time with people who endure problems in their day that aren't "Will Professor X call on me during Evidence?" and "Can you believe Professor Y wants us to read 30 pages for tomorrow?". I've strived hard to make friends who have real jobs, live in the real world, and work from 8-5. The world of IRAC-ing and the argumentative nature of law students is not healthy when your social life and connection to the community exists within 1L's, 2L's and 3L's.
Over the weekend my roommate and I threw a housewarming party. I was tentative before the party, that the strange grouping of my fellow students, my roommate (an attorney)'s lawyer friends and our combonation of white collar (and a few blue collar) workers would cause a massive clash. I am proud to report that with the help of a little alcohol spiked Gatorade drink - (there was full disclosure that the jug contained a potentially dangerous concoction of flavors and alcohols) - all parties mingled and got along in great fashion.
I was perhaps most excited that my fellow students who exist only to chat each other up and argue about Constitutional Law and drop FRCP rules were able to connect on a human level - legalese aside. All parties involved had a pleasant time and I hope the party encouraged my law school friends to meet folks outside the library. (Or maybe encourage me to reconsider my bias towards fellow students).
That aside - I muse with others semi-frequently about my pure annoyances with other law students. Primarily the fact they all hang out in gaggles and rarely spend time with people who endure problems in their day that aren't "Will Professor X call on me during Evidence?" and "Can you believe Professor Y wants us to read 30 pages for tomorrow?". I've strived hard to make friends who have real jobs, live in the real world, and work from 8-5. The world of IRAC-ing and the argumentative nature of law students is not healthy when your social life and connection to the community exists within 1L's, 2L's and 3L's.
Over the weekend my roommate and I threw a housewarming party. I was tentative before the party, that the strange grouping of my fellow students, my roommate (an attorney)'s lawyer friends and our combonation of white collar (and a few blue collar) workers would cause a massive clash. I am proud to report that with the help of a little alcohol spiked Gatorade drink - (there was full disclosure that the jug contained a potentially dangerous concoction of flavors and alcohols) - all parties mingled and got along in great fashion.
I was perhaps most excited that my fellow students who exist only to chat each other up and argue about Constitutional Law and drop FRCP rules were able to connect on a human level - legalese aside. All parties involved had a pleasant time and I hope the party encouraged my law school friends to meet folks outside the library. (Or maybe encourage me to reconsider my bias towards fellow students).
Monday, August 31, 2009
My own lil corner of the library-verse.
As 2L's we were finally able to enter a lottery for carrels. I won a delightful spot in the back of a wing which has proved very quiet. Too quiet. I now remember why studying in the library doesn't work for me: I cannot listen to headphones without tapping my fingers/feet/typing to the beat.
Yes. I type to the beat of music, which means I often get lost in a train of thought that doesn't get appropriately recorded because I have focused far too much on typing along with a slow, steady snare. That said, if you have any musical suggestions that are both study appropriate and lend well to 100wpm typing, do let me know.
I have yet to meet my carrel neighbors. I figured they'd have left me a "welcome to the neighborhood" note or highlighter by now. (A plate of cookies would be nice too, but since our librarians are like drug dogs who sniff out food eaters* - delicious baked goods probably wouldn't bode well.)
Since I've yet to finish my readings for the week, I should probably stop attempting to playing keyboard percussionist to this song and get back to the books.
*We cannot eat in our law library. Some find it annoying - but since passive eating that comes with studying is always a killer to waistlines - I prefer to think of the library as a really expensive weight loss center with LOTS of books.
Yes. I type to the beat of music, which means I often get lost in a train of thought that doesn't get appropriately recorded because I have focused far too much on typing along with a slow, steady snare. That said, if you have any musical suggestions that are both study appropriate and lend well to 100wpm typing, do let me know.
I have yet to meet my carrel neighbors. I figured they'd have left me a "welcome to the neighborhood" note or highlighter by now. (A plate of cookies would be nice too, but since our librarians are like drug dogs who sniff out food eaters* - delicious baked goods probably wouldn't bode well.)
Since I've yet to finish my readings for the week, I should probably stop attempting to playing keyboard percussionist to this song and get back to the books.
*We cannot eat in our law library. Some find it annoying - but since passive eating that comes with studying is always a killer to waistlines - I prefer to think of the library as a really expensive weight loss center with LOTS of books.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
free music
I've always argued that for an artist to make money, they need to make fans feel a part of them, to deliver a sense of community and connectivity. Sargent House is my second family, a group of bands who are 100% amazing. They do what they do, on their own terms, communicating their music in exactly they way they want. I have huge respect them all as musicians, people, and friends.
There is something for everyone at Sargent House. So download this free sampler and give it a spin. If you find something you like - let me know. I can guide you towards awesome albums, merch, and shows - so you can get a full Sargent House experience.
There is something for everyone at Sargent House. So download this free sampler and give it a spin. If you find something you like - let me know. I can guide you towards awesome albums, merch, and shows - so you can get a full Sargent House experience.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Ms. Classhole: Tale #1 of the semester
Today the resident gunner (to be named Ms. Classhole) had her phone go off 3 times. Not once. Not twice. THRICE!
The jazzy ring tone was somewhat laughable for the woman, an adult learner, who still hasn't figured out that "silent" is an option. To continue the disruption , she finally decided to turn her flip phone off - and it came with a jolly shut down tone. It left me uttering, "Really? Is this happening?" to the people next to me.
Now, when you disturb class multiple times, it's best for you to do as much as possible to melt into your seat and go unnoticed for the rest of the week. Of course, Ms. Classhole, the antithesis of considerate, was sure to pipe in with many a question, and ever so invaluable input.
All of this got me worked up. Should someone tell her people are driven crazy by her questions, input and 8-bit ringtone going off during class? Perhaps the only way to inspire corrective behavior is to insist such behavior is needed. I wish there were an etiquette book on dealing with classholes.**
End rant.
** or perhaps a CALI exercise.
The jazzy ring tone was somewhat laughable for the woman, an adult learner, who still hasn't figured out that "silent" is an option. To continue the disruption , she finally decided to turn her flip phone off - and it came with a jolly shut down tone. It left me uttering, "Really? Is this happening?" to the people next to me.
Now, when you disturb class multiple times, it's best for you to do as much as possible to melt into your seat and go unnoticed for the rest of the week. Of course, Ms. Classhole, the antithesis of considerate, was sure to pipe in with many a question, and ever so invaluable input.
All of this got me worked up. Should someone tell her people are driven crazy by her questions, input and 8-bit ringtone going off during class? Perhaps the only way to inspire corrective behavior is to insist such behavior is needed. I wish there were an etiquette book on dealing with classholes.**
End rant.
** or perhaps a CALI exercise.
Monday, August 24, 2009
Advice for 1L's?
Today classes began, and so did my giggles.
Everyone offers advice to 1L's, but how come no one suggests they "start lifting weights"?
I'm glad they don't, because I thoroughly enjoyed watching the looks of defeat plaster 1L faces as they stumbled around carrying $1,000 worth of textbooks . Perhaps it was the amount of reading they realized they have left for the week, but more likely it was the 50 odd pounds of texts they were saddling to their bodies.
As a 1L I quickly learned how to schedule book carries from my car to class in order to minimize the pounds of books I had to lug at a time. It was either that, or the rolling back pack.*
Enough reminiscing for the day - it is time to get my readings done.
* I debated the rolling backpack for five minutes - and decided life hands free from lugging/pushing was the life for me. I've never liked parents who push around strollers (a sister of the rolling backpack), as they always congest traffic and slow down those of us who are hands free (I have a whole list of curse words for those who have double strollers). That said, your doctor will totally suggest a rolling backpack, unless they are looking for future clients for their chiropractic business.
Everyone offers advice to 1L's, but how come no one suggests they "start lifting weights"?
I'm glad they don't, because I thoroughly enjoyed watching the looks of defeat plaster 1L faces as they stumbled around carrying $1,000 worth of textbooks . Perhaps it was the amount of reading they realized they have left for the week, but more likely it was the 50 odd pounds of texts they were saddling to their bodies.
As a 1L I quickly learned how to schedule book carries from my car to class in order to minimize the pounds of books I had to lug at a time. It was either that, or the rolling back pack.*
Enough reminiscing for the day - it is time to get my readings done.
* I debated the rolling backpack for five minutes - and decided life hands free from lugging/pushing was the life for me. I've never liked parents who push around strollers (a sister of the rolling backpack), as they always congest traffic and slow down those of us who are hands free (I have a whole list of curse words for those who have double strollers). That said, your doctor will totally suggest a rolling backpack, unless they are looking for future clients for their chiropractic business.
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