Wendover, Wendunder...

I'm sure you're all wondering what I've been up to since our last get together. Well... I've got a lot to tell you.

On the 4th of May, I got off early from work. It's always nice to leave & start the weekend early. I ran home changed clothes, threw some extras in my overnight bag, and hightailed it to SLC. I needed to pick my brother, Chopper, & sister-in-law, Niki up to catch our ride. Our steed was the "fun" bus to Wendover to see Joan effing Jett. The "fun" bus wasn't so much fun as it was convienent. It was excellent not having to drive out there. Although, I would've for Joan. We arrived there with about an hour to spare. We hit the buffet. It was all you can eat mediocre food. I won't complain; it was free with the bus ride. Afterwards, we head over to the venue...

Joan was great. Except, I sat the whole time. I'm never one to shy away from my opinion about how I prefer a small intimate show as to ginormous mega shows (More in my next post.). I rocked as hard as I could sitting. She played the song I wanted to hear, Bad Reputation. She played all the hits plus some from her days in The Runaways. Always good to see her. Never know when her and the likes will stop playing. Gotta 'em while I still can. After the show, we're off to gamble...

We head over to the Rainbow. I don't know why we head over there. I've had some luck at the Rainbow before. It was the only other time I'd been to Wendover. Some friends & I headed there for something to do. I sat down at a slot and won $40 dollars or so. I'm eager to try & repeat. The bus ride has given us a coupon for free $5, plus a $5 dollar credit. All I have to give them is an email address. So, I've got $10 plus the $20 I've alotted myself buring a hole in my pocket. I sit down at one slot & rip through my credit. Nothing. We wander around. They get some drinks; I chew a rhythm to my gum. It's nearly time to catch the bus back. I hit the duty free shop & get myself a Dr. Chopper runs off the to the restroom. I go to sit by Niki whose sitting at a couple of slot machines. I got a few more dollars in my pocket. I slide a five into the machine, turn to her, and ask "Is this my machine?" I pull the lever. 7..........7.........X3... Comes up. I hear money climbing; Niki notices and asks, "Who much did you win?" I tell her I don't know 50.... 75.... 100.... It stops at $120. I'm in shock. I cash out. $120 in my pocket. What to do with it?

Say It Alice...

Unfortunately, not forever.

Finished The Hunger Games in 10 hours. So far so good. Moving on to the second tomorrow.

Went to Sean Kingston last week. He came to lil ol Logan to play at the university. I left after 6 songs otherwise I would have reeked havoc. I was tempted to run up to each and everyone of the guy with Beiber hair & mess it up. Wish I'd done at least one.

Joan Jett in t-minus 46 hours.

It's been far TOO long...

Sorry for the time between posts. The looooooooooooooooooooooooong Cache Valley winter finally got to me. It broke me. I doomed and gloomed through the last few months.I'm sure y'all don't want to hear about it. Today was the first nice day of the year. I wanted to soak up all the sun I could to get through the next wave.

My last english class was tonight. This class has been one of my favorites in my college career. Lest you forget, I was assigned to write my autobiography. That was interesting to look back on my life and try to create a story from it all. Next, I wrote Bernie's biography. I learned so much about him and his life. I'm grateful to him for letting me use him and his story. I'm sad to see this class go. I looked forward most Wednesday's especially the days our assignments were due. Those nights the class shared parts of their stories. I enjoyed hearing everyone read them the way they were meant. I swaer to the internets that I will continue writing my stories i.e. The Prussian Curling Team or September Day Parade and the many many more I got on the brain. Thank you, Bonnie.

My dance card is filling for the summer. On the 14th, I witnessed Bad Religion and Rise Against. It was a lot of fun. I only wished Bad Religion would have played longer and a encore from Rise Against. I've NEVER been to a show that the closer didn't have an encore. Next up... (Drum Roll...) Joan Jett in Wendover. That's right. I'm getting excited. It's next Friday. Chopper, Niki, and I are going to ride the fun bus. My close friend Ingrid is going to me us out there.

I'm looking forward to getting my blackheart t-shirt just like what's on the van. May 23 brings the Guitar Wolf to Utah. I KNOW. I never thought I'd see the day. I'm gonna throw all my monies towards these Japanese fellows. They gonna blow my ears off, but that's cool cause they're cool as hell. I'm sure there are others that I'm forgetting or I may just go to get out of the valley. I almost forgot he Beach Boys and Sean Kingston.

With summer starting, I'm gonna read to my hearts content. I'm hoping to read a novel for very week of the summer starting with the Hunger Games. I've got people telling me it's a must read especially for guy like me that hearts young adult. I've got a stack of books staring me in the face as we speak. With Border's saying adios, I stocked up. I'll report how it's going.

Just an update on the dating game. There's no update. Sorry. I know you all expected me to announce at least me having a date. I'll be honest it's up there in the Top 5 Things I Hate to Do along with getting out of bed or fold socks. Yes, I think about these things.

On the brighter side... I shaved. On the darker side, I'm three weeks into growing it back. I'd forgotten how much razors are. I'll save the money and not shave.

Here's to SUMMER..............

See you in the future...

April Fool's Day 2011...

At 1900 hours on March 25, 2011, I lost a friend. They had been with me through thick & thin. They travelled with me where ever I went. At a young age they travelled to Disneyland to visit our Uncle Walt. I watched them grow from a little guy to bigger than I've ever seen. It came time for them to go. It was a sad occasion for all, but it was time. They're always with me; some days more than others.

This is 3-1/2 months of growth. I didn't shave 'cept trim the mustache that whole time. It was time. Had I known how much attention I'd get, I would've done it sooner. Also, I forgot how much razors are.

I'm at an interesting part of my life. I've got a lot of things jumbled up in my pea-sized brain. I know they'll work out in the end. I just need to make a decision and run with it.

Now, off to school to get some work done.

New Me...

I know you're all wondering what I'm up to & how I'm looking. Well, let me show you...

The beard celebrated it's 3 month birthday on Monday. You probably can't tell, but the glasses are new too. They're the tinsiest bit bigger than the last pair. I absolutely love them. They were well worth the wait. (Can you match four "Ws" in one sentence?)

Thank the lord for spring. Just like Lorelei Gilmore who can feel the season's first snow; I too can feel spring time. Come on already & get here. I needs my sun.

Spring Break came and went. What did I do? Worked. Making the Benjamin's so I can spend my unbirthday in style. Maybe or maybe not Uncle Walt. Who knows? When is you ask? Soon.

Please cheer your hearts out for the Aggies tomorrow? They need all our help to vilify the NCAA committee.

It's late. Till next time...

See you in the future...

Man Crush Alert...

This is for my brother Dave, & Chris. Found this & can't stop listening. Looks like things to come...



PS... I luv that my time stamp is on Pacific Coast Time.

February 23, 2011..

Ok... Let's go...

1- I'm writing you from my new laptop. Awesome, I know. I got a really good deal on it. It's so nice to have it with me up on campus. Most of you know of my fear of public places, the computer labs on campus are as public as they get. I'm scared to death of them. Plus, I can lay in bed, as I am now, & write you guys.

2- I've been reading my horoscope for religously for the better part of my life. You can believe my shock when I found out I am no longer a Capricorn. I found out Monday that I'm indeed a Sagatarius. I KNOW! Apparently, the witches and wizards added another sign. I don't know how I missed this. Just google 13 astrological signs. I'm gonna have to burn all my Capricorn stuff. This is gonna take some getting used to. Ask me about it in a few months & I'll let you know if I want to switch back.

3- I had an amazing week/ weekend with a few friends from Georgia. On Tuesday, my friend Carolyn came into town from SLC via Athens, GA. It was finally nice to meet her. We became friends on FB right before I quit. Since, we've been passing emails back and forth. Tuesday, I was to meet Carolyn, Mandilyn, James & kids at the shop to head out to LD's for aspectacular meal. That it was. I don't know why I'm not going out there more. I've got to put it into my rotation. Thursday, I left work a little early (More on that soon.) & met up with Mandilyn and Carolyn at Citrus and Sage. After a crepe, I took Carolyn up to campus. I gave her the now famous Tom tour. We hit all the sights. Ok... I showed her where she could become a True Aggie and the statue of Merlin Olsen. She's a big fan of Little House on the Prairie. Friday, after work, I headed to SLC to see the infamous Blackhole. I got into town a little early. So I picked up Mandilyn and headed over to the Tattoo Convention. That's where I met the rest of the people from Athens: Mike, Keith, Chris Parry & Chris Hamer. James was also in the booth. It was fun to finally meet them. My brother Dave has mentioned them quite a few times in conversations. From there, I took Carolyn to Burt's to see Blackhole. Saturday, I awoke in Eagle Mountain to fnd myself with a migraine. I had planned to interview my dad for my next installment of my English project, but could not do it. I felt better around 1730 & and headed to the convention for more fabulous people watching & art. It was a lot of fun.

4- The reason I left work early was for a doctors appointment. Just the eye doctor. I've got some new glasses coming my way. You're gonna be surprised.

5- Borders is on it's way out of Logan. It's a depressing scene to walk in there. Everything is 20-40% off. I'm stocking up on my reading material. Let me know if you want something, I'll check to see if they have it. This makes me sad. I've spent the last few Fridays in there wasting time before I head to the movie theater. Now what? Hastings?

I'll leave you with this...



Watch for the girl in the glasses... Mmmm...

See you in the future...