I was just playin around on the internet, and I thoroughly enjoyed this kids talent.
Jun 30, 2008
Jun 29, 2008
Prophecy fulfulled
I spent my lucky dollar on Friday.
Ironically nothing amazing happened- actually it was a pretty unlucky day.
BUT...
Its over. I have turned the page, I am now in a new chapter of my life. Literally.
Pretty funny how you think you're at the bottom when really you're just in the middle on your way to the top .:wink:.
People say don't look down, but I always take a quick glance. Because if you don't you will always be at the bottom...just make sure you look UP every now and again so you don't think your on top.
Ironically nothing amazing happened- actually it was a pretty unlucky day.
BUT...
Its over. I have turned the page, I am now in a new chapter of my life. Literally.
Pretty funny how you think you're at the bottom when really you're just in the middle on your way to the top .:wink:.
People say don't look down, but I always take a quick glance. Because if you don't you will always be at the bottom...just make sure you look UP every now and again so you don't think your on top.
Jun 25, 2008
Jun 22, 2008
Film Review
No matter how old I get "Little Rascals" will always be one of my favorite movies (if you're wondering...yes I did just watch it)
For several reasons:
1) The movie was shot with only kids- different from "The Sandlot" (which is also in my top 5) where the kids were a little older- this was all kids from 4 - 7 years old. I can't even get my cousins to listen to me for 10 minutes imagine trying to make a movie.
2) Even with the kids being so young the movie still had humor for all ages, as well as an entertaining storyline.
3) Have you ever watched little kids interact with one another- its priceless - and the producer captured it perfectly. From the love note to Darla, to "Whats the number for 9-1-1", to the attempt to get a bank loan, this cinamatic adventure (thanks Dane Cook) allowed us to see the world from a childs point of view.
4)Buckwheat and Porky- probably the most dynamic movie duo ever. they played off of each other every scene and it was hilarious...at the age of 4 or 5 they were acting legends in my eyes.
Watch these and then try to argue with me:
For several reasons:
1) The movie was shot with only kids- different from "The Sandlot" (which is also in my top 5) where the kids were a little older- this was all kids from 4 - 7 years old. I can't even get my cousins to listen to me for 10 minutes imagine trying to make a movie.
2) Even with the kids being so young the movie still had humor for all ages, as well as an entertaining storyline.
3) Have you ever watched little kids interact with one another- its priceless - and the producer captured it perfectly. From the love note to Darla, to "Whats the number for 9-1-1", to the attempt to get a bank loan, this cinamatic adventure (thanks Dane Cook) allowed us to see the world from a childs point of view.
4)Buckwheat and Porky- probably the most dynamic movie duo ever. they played off of each other every scene and it was hilarious...at the age of 4 or 5 they were acting legends in my eyes.
Watch these and then try to argue with me:
Jun 19, 2008
Memories
So I was talking to my mom this weekend (yes in person- and it felt so good- and I'm still smiling...i digress (Ill do a post about moms later)) and we had a great conversation about growing up.
Let me tell you (again, like most things I say but dont understand this is one of them- you dont have to let me tell you; I'm going to do it anyways) it was one for the books...
"When you dont see someone for a long time they get 'frozen' at whatever age or in the last situation that you saw them in" - MOM
SO TRUE- little miss sunshine can vouch for me when I say I still picture Keri, my youngest sister, as a "baby" too young to drive/date/club/leave the house without someone going with her. Its a very interesting reality, taht when you dont see someone for ages you can't imagine them different from when you saw them last.
That said, my youth pastor from wayyyyy back has a facebook and friended me (very cool). While replying to one of his messages I thought about the conversation that my mom and I had, and wondered what he still sees me as, and its blowing me away.
He would be one of those people who could say, "I remember you when you...(feel free to fill in the blank with some of the most embarassing/funny/ akward times in your life) and now that I'm older I wonder if he still pictures me as the skrawny kid that played basketball and went to small group every week.
Well Dave if you get the chance to read this- first and foremost thanks for being there during the rough patches in high school, I really appreciate it. Secondly, tell the family I said HI, and Crossroads is still Crossroads but its not the same without you guys there every Sunday. Finally, I've grown haha hopefully I'll see you soon so you can fill in the blanks (I remember when you _______)
Let me tell you (again, like most things I say but dont understand this is one of them- you dont have to let me tell you; I'm going to do it anyways) it was one for the books...
"When you dont see someone for a long time they get 'frozen' at whatever age or in the last situation that you saw them in" - MOM
SO TRUE- little miss sunshine can vouch for me when I say I still picture Keri, my youngest sister, as a "baby" too young to drive/date/club/leave the house without someone going with her. Its a very interesting reality, taht when you dont see someone for ages you can't imagine them different from when you saw them last.
That said, my youth pastor from wayyyyy back has a facebook and friended me (very cool). While replying to one of his messages I thought about the conversation that my mom and I had, and wondered what he still sees me as, and its blowing me away.
He would be one of those people who could say, "I remember you when you...(feel free to fill in the blank with some of the most embarassing/funny/ akward times in your life) and now that I'm older I wonder if he still pictures me as the skrawny kid that played basketball and went to small group every week.
Well Dave if you get the chance to read this- first and foremost thanks for being there during the rough patches in high school, I really appreciate it. Secondly, tell the family I said HI, and Crossroads is still Crossroads but its not the same without you guys there every Sunday. Finally, I've grown haha hopefully I'll see you soon so you can fill in the blanks (I remember when you _______)
Jun 16, 2008
Can we get on the map?
This cat is soooo Pixburgh- check the accent
Hopefully you see more of Wiz in the future...
Hopefully you see more of Wiz in the future...
Jun 14, 2008
Did I do that?
As long as everyday is better than the day before, you're doing something right...
I woke up-already its better...becasue I went to sleep wondering if I would (not really because thats kind of wierd) but I think you get the idea.
That wasnt even what I wanted to write, but my fingers just started typing- hmm- I like it.
Do you ever think that some stuff happens for a specific reason and you will change someones life and never know it. Like what my fingers just wrote was extremely left of what I wanted to do, but I'm going to leave it. Maybe someone is having a terrible day and they read that and become inspired to not let the day get to them and they go on and do something great...all because of my fingers (chuckle). Its a stretch, but as the little black kid from "Angels in the Outfield" would say: "Hey, it could happen."
I woke up-already its better...becasue I went to sleep wondering if I would (not really because thats kind of wierd) but I think you get the idea.
That wasnt even what I wanted to write, but my fingers just started typing- hmm- I like it.
Do you ever think that some stuff happens for a specific reason and you will change someones life and never know it. Like what my fingers just wrote was extremely left of what I wanted to do, but I'm going to leave it. Maybe someone is having a terrible day and they read that and become inspired to not let the day get to them and they go on and do something great...all because of my fingers (chuckle). Its a stretch, but as the little black kid from "Angels in the Outfield" would say: "Hey, it could happen."
Jun 9, 2008
Whoops Ima Genius
I really like people who inspire me to do creative things- most creativity actully happens on accident. I should tell you what made me think to do this but it would make this just seem like something that you could have thought of doing, thus making it n0t that special. If you read this and think: "I should give this a try, mine would be so much better" then you are on the right track to utilizing all of your creative ability. I dont think that anything is original...PAUSE...but everything is original at the same time- meaning everthing comes from somewhere and it just depends on who has the thought first how it is portrayed and how it becomes something different or more "original" than anything else. Everyone has a creative light you just have to figure out how to use it. Just be different...this is what you were made for (or be the same, whichever one you feel is more fitting for you.
Peace I'm Out :)
Peace I'm Out :)
Running in Place
Today for the first time in my life I did a workout on a treadmill
.:A little intro is appropriate here:.
For those who dont know...getting in shape is one of my goals for this summer and so I am taking a swimming and weightlifting class (oh yea for credits to graduate) this summer as well as doing some solo workouts here and there.
Let me tell you...I thought Treadmills were for people who were too lazy to go outside (very ironic), but my eyes were opened today- in the midst of a heat wave I was able to get an amazing cardio workout in without leaving the gym-
You may have read that and wondered: "OK..so whats the point???"
Well...
There was none...thanks for reading!
.:A little intro is appropriate here:.
For those who dont know...getting in shape is one of my goals for this summer and so I am taking a swimming and weightlifting class (oh yea for credits to graduate) this summer as well as doing some solo workouts here and there.
Let me tell you...I thought Treadmills were for people who were too lazy to go outside (very ironic), but my eyes were opened today- in the midst of a heat wave I was able to get an amazing cardio workout in without leaving the gym-
You may have read that and wondered: "OK..so whats the point???"
Well...
There was none...thanks for reading!
(if it makes you feel better heres a little tribute to Treadmills around the world)
Jun 7, 2008
Im sure you'd disagree
Originality is the ART of concealing your SOURCES...
Im on a roll these days YODA
Urban Development
Update:
There is a law (well if you wanna call it that feel free) that allows residents to purchase property in the Philadelphia area at a lesser price...well kinda.
Tax abatement (sounds illegal-its not dont worry)- is what is going on in Philadelphia. If you buy a property you have a 10 year break on the property taxes that you would pay to own that land.
Basically if you buy a million dollar property in Center City instead of paying $12,000/yr in taxes you pay $1,200- sweet right!...ehhh not so much
The demand for more property increases and makes the value of the properties in the area go up and those who were here before the program was established are now paying higher property taxes. So yea if your new to the area its a great deal, but for those who have lived here their entire lives its a swift kick in the crotch (ouch). hmmmm
THINKING...
So if we figure out how to make tax abatement work for long time residents and not just for out-of-towners trying to save a buck we can put more money in the hands of people who are most important when it comes to stimulating the local economy?
Ill work on it...give you an update soon.
FUN FACT OF THE DAY (brought to you by little miss sunshine):
60% of all Philadelphia property is owned by a New York resident.
There is a law (well if you wanna call it that feel free) that allows residents to purchase property in the Philadelphia area at a lesser price...well kinda.
Tax abatement (sounds illegal-its not dont worry)- is what is going on in Philadelphia. If you buy a property you have a 10 year break on the property taxes that you would pay to own that land.
Basically if you buy a million dollar property in Center City instead of paying $12,000/yr in taxes you pay $1,200- sweet right!...ehhh not so much
The demand for more property increases and makes the value of the properties in the area go up and those who were here before the program was established are now paying higher property taxes. So yea if your new to the area its a great deal, but for those who have lived here their entire lives its a swift kick in the crotch (ouch). hmmmm
THINKING...
So if we figure out how to make tax abatement work for long time residents and not just for out-of-towners trying to save a buck we can put more money in the hands of people who are most important when it comes to stimulating the local economy?
Ill work on it...give you an update soon.
FUN FACT OF THE DAY (brought to you by little miss sunshine):
60% of all Philadelphia property is owned by a New York resident.
Jun 4, 2008
Thinkin it thru
The choices we make determine who we are...
So if you just cant choose does that make you nobody?
Confused much-Ill say so...
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