Stinging Satire
The Onion is Wisconsin's satirical newspaper which has a humorous genius only matched by South Park and some of the best satirical writing since Jonathan Swift. It's approach, in the traditional way of satire, is usually pretty subtle, that's why I was surprised to read the recent article about Sarah Palin which is, well...I guess everyone has their breaking point. And for most it's Sarah Palin. Of course, it's absolutely hysterical. Mom, dad, you'll love it.
you said Is (XIII) by E.E. Cummings
you said Is
there anything which
is dead or alive more beautiful
than my body,to have in your fingers
(trembling ever so little)?
Looking into
your eyes Nothing,i said,except the
air of spring smelling of never and forever.
....and through the lattice which moved as
if a hand is touched by a
hand(which
moved as though
fingers touch a girl's
breast,
lightly)
Do you believe in always,the wind
said to the rain
I am too busy with
my flowers to believe,the rain answered
there anything which
is dead or alive more beautiful
than my body,to have in your fingers
(trembling ever so little)?
Looking into
your eyes Nothing,i said,except the
air of spring smelling of never and forever.
....and through the lattice which moved as
if a hand is touched by a
hand(which
moved as though
fingers touch a girl's
breast,
lightly)
Do you believe in always,the wind
said to the rain
I am too busy with
my flowers to believe,the rain answered
Once I had a love and it was divine
I'm used to grooving to this Blondie classic on Wii's Just Dance but when I'm not shaking it I enjoy this fabulous cover by Nouvelle Vague.
Photo Envy
My newest investment idea is in a good Nikon. I haven't had a (working) camera in a really long time and get a sense of photo envy when I see my obviously-more-creative friends post up artsy photographs. But I'll tote my "buying a camera" ambition along with my rather large collection of unpaid for dreams (these include, but are not limited to, a trip to Holland, a semester abroad, a paint set, and a large closet). For now, I'll ride the coat tails of other people's talent.
Morning Routine
Photo by Katie Lee
I've been a self-proclaimed morning person for a couple years now. But those who have woken me up pre-maturely in the morning (I'm talking about you, mom) know I'm not exactly sleeping beauty. So how do I get so perky after only a little over a few hours of sleep? I'm a strong believer in the power of your mood, and nothing starts your days mood off better than a good morning soundtrack. I'm not kidding, turn your speakers to an up-beat tune as you get ready for your day and I can nearly guarantee you'll be smiling and dancing your way to work. My personal favorite musical boost is Wolfmother's "Vegabond".
Listen here!
If Wolfmother isn't your cup of tea, or should I say coffee, try something smoother like The Temper Trap's "Sweet Disposition" or if you need a little help, something ridiculous up-tempo like Mika's "lollipop". Why wake up with a groan and a yawn when you can wake up with a groove and a song?
Lollipop
Vacation Please!
As my professors revise their syllabi and the blizzard takes a toll on my health, I get the strong urge to pack my bags and head out of town. Preferably somewhere warm where my beverages are served in coconuts. But no need to be picky, at this I'd pretty much live on a rock for a week if there was sun involved. Vacation anyone?
I can say I "gave in" but I've wanted to do this for a while..
I've officially given into all things virtual. I'm pretty excited about this one though. It'll either flourish into an obsession rivalling that of Facebook or quickly lose steam.
I'll start with a Valentine's Day theme since we're all still in the loving spirit. Here's a site by one of my favorite new media artists, Jonathan Harris. Pulled from blogs around the world, the site features any sentence blogged by any person with the words "I love" in it. It can get to be quite the tear jerker.
If you enjoy this check out WeFeelFine.org and TheWhaleHunt.org
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