Is throwing sand out the window considered littering?

Yesterday after work, I met up with Lauren to go ride bikes down to Buffalo Exchange.  I THOUGHT it was Tristans last day, so we went to go surprise him and celebrate. BUT, it was not Tristans last day.  Yet I still celebrated by getting a couple articles of clothing. haha.

On the way to Buffalo, the rear tire on my road bike got an awful flat.  I filled it up, to no avail, it was flat moments later. So, Lauren rode her bike home, got her car and picked me up from B.E.  Thank you LAUREN! You are the best!

She got ready to go out, and then we went to my place, and I got ready to go out. The we went to Spaceland.  Spaceland on mondays are usually a hit and miss.  Its a Hit earlier, and the atmosphere misses as it gets crowded and super hot.  Nothing like a room full o' sweaty hipsters!  We did catch a good band called The Drones, from Australia.  Kind of reminded me of Frog Eyes in a way...

It was hot and crowded, so we decided to beat it.  On the way out, I was stopped by a cute girl with short hair.  She told me that she has seen me all over the place.  Her name is Kate, or Cate.  I must type this or I will forget it.  We made plans to run into each-other again. haha.

I believe tonight shall be movie night at Neals, with a possible Little Joy afterwards.  Everyone is totally welcome to movie night by the way.  Its across the street from Little Joy, in the Red house, and Neal sets up a Movie Projector in the back yard, and there are couches and what not.  Tonights movie I believe is Scoresese's "After Hours". Starts at 9pm !

" I just felt uncomfortable" : The Weekend Wrap Up

It seems like the longest entries should come from the weekend.  This is where all the activity takes place!  Well technically 3 times the activity during an average post. As it spans a course of 3 days... I guess too much goes on to get into detail, and I am too lazy to type a lengthy post.  Hence, why I have the LIST.

So without further adieu ....

FRIDAY:

Mystery of the Disappearing Girls

Bike Riding to Neals

Watching the Olympics covered in snow

Delicious Birthday Cake at Dana and Alex's

Little Joy

Back to Neals

SATURDAY:

Bike Ride

Lunch @ Cliftons downtown ( TOTALLY AWESOME!) w/ Christina and her sister

Napping

Little Joy/ Short Stop with Tristan (no Kirsten...)

Meeting a SUPER drunk Aunt and her Niece and taking them to a party...

Full Moon party in Los Feliz w/ Tristan and the Crazy Drunk lady and girl. haha

SUNDAY:

Lazy morning

Watching The Office w/ Pauli and Jodee

Going to UCB theatre with Jodee

Meeting a bunch of people at the Cha Cha after UCB

Late night McDonalds

So, brings us to monday.  It was a looooong weekend, but a fun one!  I think I want to start doing a little acting again...

You Make Cute Noises When You Sleep

I am currently listening to the "Wood/Water" album from The Promise Ring.  This is one I had to dust off from the collection.  It is a simply outstanding record, and what an awesome note to leave on. I feel what SeaChange did for Beck, Wood/Water did for the Promise Ring.  Oh man, good memories are flooding :)

So, Kam and Cassie came into town yesterday!  Kam had some friends drop her off at my work as I was getting off.  We head to my place for a lil bit, eat some mac and cheese, and head off to the airport to go pick up Cassie.  We head back to my place, and the girls get ready for an evening out.

We make our way to Christina's place.  It was the last night of her LA residency ,  before she moves to the OC.  So, we meet Christina, Tristan, and Neal.  Drink a bit around the apartment, light some sparklers, and head over to the Cha Cha to begin the night. We hang out until midnight.  That is the moment we are supposed to be able to get in to La Cita. 

Midnight strikes and we head downtown to La Cita.  If you have never been to La Cita, DONT GO. STAY AWAY from La Cita!  You have been warned!  It is some sort of club/bar, that is reminiscent of a dirty dirty mexican restaurant/flea market.  The people there were lame, it was packed, and left a gross feeling all around.  Needless to say it was getting late, and we leave early.

I played dad, and drove the girls through McDonchers for a late late dinner. We eat said meal, and promptly pass the fuck out!

Tonight, my buddy Tony and I are supposed to take Kam and Cassie out on a "double date".  Should be fun!

Chick and Cheese Enchiladas: Liz's last night in Town

Last night was Liz's last night in town.  So, after work, Liz, Pauli ( my neighbor), and myself went to go eat at a pretty sweet mexican restaurant across from The Bright Spot, in echo park.  I cannot for the life of me remember the name of the restaurant.  But, for what it was, the atmosphere ( at least the outdoor portion), and the cuisine were mighty fine :)  

After Dinner, the girls and I headed down the street to go meet some friends over at Barriagns for some 2.50 Margaritas.  This was my first time at Barrigans.  It was pretty rad.  Liz described it as a haunted mexican restaurant.  And, if you were ever curious were all the hispanic hipsters hang out in the the city.. go to Barrigans! haha.  

Its a bummer Liz and I didn't get a change to go to the AA factory store.  She was going to let me use her discount!  Oh well, I probably don't need any more clothes at the moment anyways.

So Liz, left for the airport at 5:30 am.  Time for a new batch. haha.  I am so stoked that Kam is coming in town as I type this sentence out!  She is in mid route in an airplane high above.   She is meeting me here at work, and when I get off, we are heading over to Bob Hope Airport to pick up Cassie.  I get to hang out with these fine ladies until Monday!  Can't Wait!

Tick Dick

Last Night was CJ's big night.  It was his first time to perform stand up comedy, EVER!  It was over at the Hollywood Improv. So, After work, Liz came by to bring me my car, and we headed on over.  Let me start off by saying, how much I despise Hollywood/West Hollywood Bars and Clubs.  

CONS of HOLLYWOOD CLUBS:

-No Parking/Expensive Valet/Expensive Lots

-Cover to Get in

-Waiting in Line

-Douchebaggy People

-Expensive Drinks/Food

-Super Crowded

PROS of HOLLYWOOD CLUBS:

-Can't really think of any at the moment

So, The Improv, is your typical Hollywood club, only in Comedy form. I was forced to buy 2 items against my will, even though I was not hungry or thirsty.  I can understand a minimum if it was a free show, but we had to buy tickets!  AND STILL, they force snacks and beverages upon us!  

ANYWAYS, I am getting off on a rant, and this is all besides the point.  CJ was AWESOME!  I was really nervous for him. But, He killed it!  I see A LOT of comedy out here, and by a lot, I mean at least twice a week.  He could easily fit in with any of the comedy shows I have been to.  I wish I could say the same for the rest of his class.  Nick M. was pretty good, but other than those 2, it was pretty weak.  No one really seemed nervous, their material was just not too strong.  But, Congratulations to CJ.  Hopefully this will be the start of some awesomeness in the comedy world!

Afterwards, Liz and I headed back to my place where we met Christina.  We went to go meet everyone from the comedy show over at Big Wangs.  But, being a Hollywood Bar, There was a long wait to get in, so we ditched the place.  We headed to the much more comforting, Cha Cha.  It was free foosball night.  I took on Liz and Christina by myself, and was not so great. haha. BUT, My friend Tony shows up, and we school them!  We defined foosball that night! .... Whatever that means, haha.  But, we were all tired so we did not stick around for too long.  Fun night for sure.

Tonight is Liz's last night in town.  We may try to go to the AA Factory Store downtown, so I can use her discount! Hoo-rah.

Chicken Tits and Duck People

Last Night Liz and I went to the Residency night at Spaceland.  Megapuss ( Devandra Banhart's side project) was playing.  Usually Monday nights get fairly crowded, but last night was PACKED.  I think everyone wanted to see Devandra.  No Natalie sighting however. haha.  Their set was ok.  The Highlight was probably when Aziz ( Human Giant) got on stage and sang "Duck People".  We met Tristan there.  It was hard for me to concentrate on anything because I was so hungry the whole time.  And, I was very vocal about it. haha.  So After Megapuss, we meet up with Christina and Raquel outside, and decide to go grab a late dinner at the 101 Cafe.

101 was fantastic like usual.  Tristan insisted we order the Chocolate Waffle Ice Cream desert, since Liz was here on vacation.  So we did, and so we ate!  It was my first time to have it, and although I was utterly stuffed from my meal.  The Desert was mind numbingly good.  I sat for about 10 min, Spoon in hand, taking the tiniest of bites, unable to resist eating from the glorious mound of waffle, ice cream, and syrup.   We were all full and tired.  Everyone knew that they were going to sleep well that night. haha.

Tonight CJ performs Standup for the first time ever!  It's over at the Improv, and it will be a lot of fun.  I am kind of nervous for him.  I think stand up is probably the hardest of the performing arts.  Can't wait to see him kill! ( or bomb) either way is funny...haha.  Good Luck tonight!

All You can Eat Reeces Peanut Butter Cups: The Weekend Wrap Up!

What an AMAZING weekend.  Pretty flawless if you ask me!  I could write an essay on how great this weekend was.  So, rather than write a lengthy article, I am going to hit you with the highlights!

FRIDAY:

- 88 Boadrum show at La Brea Tarpits w/Lauren and Christina

- Free Ice Cream!

- Free Tacos!

- Norms Dinner w/ John, Zach H., and Johnathan

- Afterparty @ The Montalban w/ Open Bar, and All you can eat awesome snacks!

SATURDAY:

- Taking John to LAX

- Bike Ride

- Taking Lauren Out to Masa for her birthday dinner

- Short Stop to celebrate Laurens Birthday!

- Being Hit On by Kirsten Dunst

- CJ Locking himself out of his bedroom, and spiderman-ing out the bathroom window onto the balcony to get back in at 3 AM

SUNDAY:

- Bike Ride

- ANOTHER Bike Ride/Lunch  with CJ

- Cleaning the house

- Picking up Liz from LAX

-  Hanging out with Paulene

 

Like I said, there are too many details to write out.  It would be the great american novel.  But, let me just say, that I could have not asked for a better weekend!  Simply Outstanding!