It took smiles to keep you alive

In my 40 minute walk from the car to school today because I had failed to arrive in time for a reasonable parking spot, I had time to think about how my blog yesterday may have come across as overly negative. Not intentional. I'm fully in support of Valentine's Day, despite my lack of a date. Happy Valentine's Day to you all!

Microwaving a Peep was probably the least climatic experience of my life.

"Heroes die, and so did mine"

broken, buised and numb

Soooo Valentine's Day is once again upon us. Seems like it's been about 21 years now where I haven't had a date, hmmm. I'm often amazed at the mixed reactions to this confusing holiday. Some love it, some despise it, some see it as a way for corporations to earn money, some see it as an easy way to get laid. You're either sad because you are dateless, happy because you have someone, or sad because you have someone that you don't like. Any way you think about this holiday, no matter what you say out loud, everyone wants to have that perfect someone. You know it's true! However, don't be sad if you don't have a date this year. Yes, there are pros and cons to not having that person in your life, and one day of pros will only temporarily relieve you of the cons. For those of you who have a happy and healthy relationship--cheers to you, and I wish you the best. We'll all be there someday :))

Now for the section of the blog where I complain about how shitty my hockey teams are doing. I'm not giving up hope on the Penguins, not by a long shot. But honestly they need to get their shit together. Of course, with 21834719034 key players injured, it's a tough road. Let's do it boys!

Let me start off by saying that my favorite teams are the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Milwaukee Admirals and the Quad City Mallards. Second, let me state that the coaches for these teams are Dan Bylsma, Lane Lambert, and Frank Anzalone, respectively. Finally, let me state that that I have so much respect for Dan and Lane. Shut up Frank.

This is my V-Day present:

(don't try to click "play video", it's a screen shot. Here's the link if you want to see Brett kick some ass: Palin and some douche drop the gloves )

"I will now rise from the ashes"

I worked in daylight feeding fashion to housewives

The Harrison Hilltop theatre remains to be one of the favorites parts about the Quad Cities (second only to the the Mallards). Mom and I went to see "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change", and it was awesome. The four main actors had some amazing voices, and just exploded with talent. Really, I haven't seen a damn play there that I haven't enjoyed. Really excited for Sweeney Todd!

In stupid news, frank is still here. I know we were losing by two goals. But pulling the goalie with 8 minutes left? And then they score and you pull him again?

You truly are an evil little leprechan. More to come.

EDIT: I hate whiny children. Also, shut up frank. That is all.

"I'll take my chances on truckstops and statelines"

Lend me your voice, sing it

So it appears that I've started a blog on one of the shittiest nights in recent Penguins history. A 9-3 fall to the Islanders. Although props to the Isles, since they were the only ones who seemed to know there was a game today. By the end of the game, the Pens had 2 players remaining on the bench. Brooks freaking Orpik had to play offense on the power play. I know we're injured guys, but wow. I can't say much for the scrums--I stopped watching early in the second after Brent Johnson gave up the 203rd goal or something like that.

Never fear, there is positive hockey news on the day! Mallards go up 4-1 over Fort Wayne (O'Conner is a tool), and Russo gets yet another win under his belt. I'm still having trouble adjusting to actually having two goalies I like on my team. Typically I dislike one of them, and even more frequently I end up hating them both, at least on the ice (listening, Penguins?). 

Also today, we decided to go see The Eagle. I had been wanting to see this for a while, being a pretty big fan of Jamie Bell. It was a bit different than what I expected, but I loved it anyway. Don't go to this hoping to see epic battle scenes--it's far more focused on the story. Channing Tatum in a surprisingly believable emotional role? Yeah, I didn't think it was possible either. I recommend it, like I said, if you don't go in expecting too much from the fight scenes.



"I have a message waiting to unfold"