Geez, my family and friends have had a rough trot lately.
Two weeks ago, one of my grandmothers died. She was one of 4 grandmothers I officially have - it's a long, complicated story - so that was pretty sad. She was 87 years old, and had a tough life.
Then last night, one of my oldest friends who now lives in the UK emailed me to say she had had a miscarriage on Sunday. Very sad news indeed. But her email seemed to be hopeful for her and her husband's future.
And now today I find out that my very sensitive 3 year old niece had an allergic reaction last night to some food and was rushed to hospital. Her reaction was pretty bad apparently, much to the concern of doctors there. But she's ok now, at home. It just goes to show that we can never be too blase when it comes to taking care of young children.
So, all in all, not a good time!!! It's why i try to never dwell on everyday crap that can irritate you. When, in the bigger picture, we should be thankful that we wake up each day healthy.
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Dreamshit
I saw "Dreamgirls" recently and was pretty underwhelmed. Can't say I'm not surprised it didn't get a best film oscar nomination - not that it means much anyway these days.
Jennifer Hudson, who plays Effie and has been nominated for best supporting actress, is good but only great in one scene when her friends and colleagues dump her. I have a soft spot for Jennifer, way back when she was in American Idol. She was unceremoniously evicted from the show, when the bottom 3 idol contestants were all, controversially, black american women and the show at that point stunk of racism. It's pretty amazing that she can come from that show and now be oscar-nominated. I'm not holding my breath for Guy Sebastian or Casey Donovan....
I've been reading quite a bit of stuff online about how popular "Dreamgirls" has become for gay audiences, who wax lyrical over the songs, costumes and storylines but I just don't get it. Ho-hum.
Jennifer Hudson, who plays Effie and has been nominated for best supporting actress, is good but only great in one scene when her friends and colleagues dump her. I have a soft spot for Jennifer, way back when she was in American Idol. She was unceremoniously evicted from the show, when the bottom 3 idol contestants were all, controversially, black american women and the show at that point stunk of racism. It's pretty amazing that she can come from that show and now be oscar-nominated. I'm not holding my breath for Guy Sebastian or Casey Donovan....
I've been reading quite a bit of stuff online about how popular "Dreamgirls" has become for gay audiences, who wax lyrical over the songs, costumes and storylines but I just don't get it. Ho-hum.
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Muse
I saw them last night with Pat!
OMFG!
incredible live!
one of the best gigs I've been to!
ummmmm, how shit is this entry?!
above is a pic when the bouncing balls came out into the crowd. cool stuff.
OMFG!
incredible live!
one of the best gigs I've been to!
ummmmm, how shit is this entry?!
above is a pic when the bouncing balls came out into the crowd. cool stuff.
Friday, January 19, 2007
Ladees in Leesure suits
I'm heading up to Noosa in a few hours, for the weekend, for cousin Jeff's wedding. Nice to get away again!
Last time I was in Noosa, was with S in 2002 or something. We stayed on the Sunshine Coast, but took a day trip up to Noosa. I remember 2 things vividly: I saw lots of ladies in pastel leisure suits parading themselves up and down the street. Very Posh. Noice.
And I remember us stumbling across the gay nude beach up there! Alexander Beach or something. But we didn't know it was a nakies beach! HONEST! We went for a bushwalk through the National Park and came across a stunning, secluded beach. S and I thought we were alone, but then saw a lone male (NAKED) figure sitting up near the grass. As we walked down the beach, the man got up and started walking towards us (EEWW). His course of direction was directly towards us and as we got closer and closer together, I realise that he was an older gentleman and not very attractive (DOUBLE EEWWW). Anyway, I told S to move away from the man closer to the water and suggested we avoid eye contact! The Thing seemed to catch our drift and headed back up to its sunbaking spot.
DON'T THINK I WILL SUGGEST MY FAMILY TO GO TO THAT BEACH THIS WEEKEND :)
Last time I was in Noosa, was with S in 2002 or something. We stayed on the Sunshine Coast, but took a day trip up to Noosa. I remember 2 things vividly: I saw lots of ladies in pastel leisure suits parading themselves up and down the street. Very Posh. Noice.
And I remember us stumbling across the gay nude beach up there! Alexander Beach or something. But we didn't know it was a nakies beach! HONEST! We went for a bushwalk through the National Park and came across a stunning, secluded beach. S and I thought we were alone, but then saw a lone male (NAKED) figure sitting up near the grass. As we walked down the beach, the man got up and started walking towards us (EEWW). His course of direction was directly towards us and as we got closer and closer together, I realise that he was an older gentleman and not very attractive (DOUBLE EEWWW). Anyway, I told S to move away from the man closer to the water and suggested we avoid eye contact! The Thing seemed to catch our drift and headed back up to its sunbaking spot.
DON'T THINK I WILL SUGGEST MY FAMILY TO GO TO THAT BEACH THIS WEEKEND :)
Thursday, January 18, 2007
Muse and Scissor Sisters - upcoming gigs yay
I'm seeing Muse next week with Pat, so that should be fun! I haven't been to the Hordern Pavillion for a while, and we have seats cos we are old farts now (well I am a old fogey, Pat's still a baby). This will be a big sounding rock gig I am sure. I've spent the last few years going to folksy, fey-sounding gigs, so I am looking forward to seeing Muse and hearing them big and loud.
Then in February, I'm seeing Scissor Sisters at the Ent Cent with the Manster (Amanda), who kindly got me a ticket while I was overseas! How thoughtful! I missed out on getting tickets for the Luna Park gig they did last year, after I asked everyone who wanted to come and several people said yes. And how tres embarrassment when I discovered that tickets were sold out, and Angus at work gave me shit for weeks on end...especially when he got a sparie from one of his friends! GRRRRRR!!!
Anyway, I am finally going to see Jake et al, so the big question is: what do I wear?
Then in February, I'm seeing Scissor Sisters at the Ent Cent with the Manster (Amanda), who kindly got me a ticket while I was overseas! How thoughtful! I missed out on getting tickets for the Luna Park gig they did last year, after I asked everyone who wanted to come and several people said yes. And how tres embarrassment when I discovered that tickets were sold out, and Angus at work gave me shit for weeks on end...especially when he got a sparie from one of his friends! GRRRRRR!!!
Anyway, I am finally going to see Jake et al, so the big question is: what do I wear?
SlackBitch - 3 F*CKING MONTHS SINCE LAST POST!!!
Wow, it's been a while since I last posted. But many things have happened.
Firstly, my brother's wedding happened overseas which was an incredible and special experience. For someone like myself, who usually finds weddings to be excruciating, I had a really great time at my bro's. I won't go into details here, because I've probably told most of what happened in person and shown pictures.
Actually, a part of me is wondering if I should continue with this thing anyway! SOMEONE mentioned to me the other day that they felt blogs were self-indulgent. Like who gives a shit what anyone writes about anyway!?
But I think I will stick with it for a bit and whenever I can, because I think it's sometimes not TOO much of a time-waster for my relatives and friends who are overseas :)
Workwise, it's been pretty good. I'm getting some good gigs now and then, and the extra time I have off is great to relax and think about getting my act together. It's been a tricky transition from spoon-fed fulltime employment to being my own boss (which includes manager, producer and assistant). There have been times where I have had to turn down work, because of scheduling conflicts which has its positives and negatives. But mostly, this freelancing thing has been really great for me, as I have a new energy and I am doing different things to what I have done in the past. Each day I learn something new, which is always a Good Thing.
One of the more interesting and fun jobs I've recently done is a music video for Silverchair (yes, they have reformed). This was a tricky job as I had to take over from a previous editor, but the results are pretty cool. Look out for it soon on a music show near you. I got to work with a fantastic directing partnership who made one of the most controversial Australian films last year "Suburban Mayhem"
More to come. Stay tuned.
Firstly, my brother's wedding happened overseas which was an incredible and special experience. For someone like myself, who usually finds weddings to be excruciating, I had a really great time at my bro's. I won't go into details here, because I've probably told most of what happened in person and shown pictures.
Actually, a part of me is wondering if I should continue with this thing anyway! SOMEONE mentioned to me the other day that they felt blogs were self-indulgent. Like who gives a shit what anyone writes about anyway!?
But I think I will stick with it for a bit and whenever I can, because I think it's sometimes not TOO much of a time-waster for my relatives and friends who are overseas :)
Workwise, it's been pretty good. I'm getting some good gigs now and then, and the extra time I have off is great to relax and think about getting my act together. It's been a tricky transition from spoon-fed fulltime employment to being my own boss (which includes manager, producer and assistant). There have been times where I have had to turn down work, because of scheduling conflicts which has its positives and negatives. But mostly, this freelancing thing has been really great for me, as I have a new energy and I am doing different things to what I have done in the past. Each day I learn something new, which is always a Good Thing.
One of the more interesting and fun jobs I've recently done is a music video for Silverchair (yes, they have reformed). This was a tricky job as I had to take over from a previous editor, but the results are pretty cool. Look out for it soon on a music show near you. I got to work with a fantastic directing partnership who made one of the most controversial Australian films last year "Suburban Mayhem"
More to come. Stay tuned.
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