Cool Happy Genius Heroes

TGIF everyone!

So I'm not a depressed individual by any means but if you didn’t know me and looked at my project playlists and cd mixes you might think otherwise. This song adds to that misperception.

I don’t know much about this group, The National. Actually I don’t know anything about them, other than that they’re from Brooklyn. I haven’t even heard any of their other songs, but I really like this one "Santa Clara."

It s the kind of song you want to listen to when you’re down in the dumps. With the lights off, door closed, laying on your bed, and this song, just blaring from your stereo, on repeat… haha, ok, so once again, I’m not a sad person, but I do have my moments when I am sad and when I am, I want to listen to this song, along with "The Funeral" by Band of Horses, "Where have you been" by Manchester Orchestra, and even "Chasing Cars" by Snow Patrol.

Not too sure what this song is about but my prediction is that its about loved ones that have passed on and how you don't have to worry about them cuz you know they're finally at peace.

"Cool Happy Genius Heroes"

Two Hump Day tunes to Hum along to

Danity Kane's "Damaged"

As much as I try and hate Diddy and all his stupid attempts to form the ultimate girl and boy bands... I just can't. I think all his shows and business antics are brilliant. Well I guess you can hate him, but you can't deny the fact that he's a genius businessman. Same with 50 Cent and his Vitamin Water.

After watching the 2nd Season of Making the Band 4, i became a huge fan of Danity Kane and Day26 but as of right now, I cannot stop listening to "Damaged." You can probably find me at work, chair dancing along to this song non-stop for the next few weeks. It makes me want to get up and dance or take an aerobics class.... in silver spandex of course ;) Aundrea, the brunette, is my fav. i love how she has one, just one dimple.


M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes"

" This is MIA. A third world democracy. I got more records than the KGB"

MIA, real name Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam is one of the most bad ass female artists ever. She just has this edgy, "if you f*ck with me i'll kill you with my ferocious lyrics and ghetto fabulous style" vibe about her. Watch the video and you'll understand.

I heard her for the first time this past weekend when I was down in Eugene for Easter. Daniel had her album on his laptop and so i burned it from him but i'm going to go buy the album with my next paycheck. She's going to be in Portland in May. Can't wait!

Enjoy! Only 2 more days til the weeekend.

March Madness

Happy March Madness Everyone!!!

I love all the anticipation that goes into the tournament. I love filling out my bracket and comparing it with my friends. I love CBS.com and I love its Live Game Feed.

So far i'm 6 for 7 and if you wanna know, I have North Carolina winning it all. Yeah Tarheels! The NCAA tournament is so exciting i think. More exciting than any other sporting event, even more so than the SuperBowl.

I also love that the UO Ducks AND the PSU Vikings both made it into the tournament this year. First of all, not only did the Ducks make it to the tournament, but they were ranked 9th! Wow, I can't believe it. I have them beating Mississippi St but not Memphis...

I'm not sure what the next few weeks of bball mania holds for me and my bracket, but i'm excited for each and every game.

Go UNC. oh man i wish i knew their fight song right now...

Bleeding Love

Every morning, I turn on the tv and get ready by either watching ESPN Sports Center or music videos on MTV, VH1 or CMT. This morning i chose to watch VH1 and found myself totally engrossed with this song: "Bleeding Love" by Leona Lewis. Apparently Leona is a big deal in the UK. She wrote her first song when she was 12 and in 2006, she entered the show "The X Factor" and ended up winning the whole thing, along with a recording contract.

She's also one of VH1's "You Oughta Know" stars on the rise, along with: Ingrid Michaelson, Sara Barielles, Feist and more. She could be the next Alicia Keys? What do you think?

If I could compare her to any animated character it would have to be Nala from the Lion King. Right? Blah, ok now i'm just babbling. Enjoy!

TGIF!

TGIF! Here are some videos that I am currently obsessed with. I watched them continuously for a good hour or two last night, especially the "Whateva" baby.

"Whateva" Baby

The way the little girl rolls her eyes and sticks her hand up in the air is priceless. My favorite part starts at -0:20 seconds. One day my future baby will be just as cute, actually cuter if that's even possible.

Shaq, Lebron and Dwight Howard All-Star Dance off

Shaq definitely took the show. He can "pop his booty just like he should." Thanks Kelis. I would've died if I saw this in person. May have even fallen out of my chair.

Bush arrested in Brattleboro?

Happy Hump Day!

Morning Edition, March 5, 2008 · Wherever President Bush may travel next, it's reasonable to assume that it may not be Brattleboro, Vt. Brattleboro voters approved a measure that would instruct police to arrest the president and vice president — for violating the Constitution of the United States — should they drop by.

hahahahahahahaha.
Thanks for sending that over Julie!

The Hills: "Reality" TV at its best

Happy Hump Day everyone! Here's a little video for your Hump Day viewing pleasure.

The Hills: Season 3 continued...
DRAMA DRAMA DRAMA. I'm not a dramatic person and i like it that way, so instead of creating drama in my life, i leave it to Reality TV to provide it for me. Hence my obsession with "The Hills."
I'm a HUGE fan of the show and can't wait til they air the rest of the season.
So to tie me over, i've been watching this video, a preview for the rest of the season, over and over and over again.

March 24. Mark it on your calendars. I'm not going to even pretend like i haven't already.

I'm a 23 year old single mom with two daughters...

Starting this week, I'm getting a dose of reality by playing mom for two middle school girls, Jenny (12) and Jane (14). Their parents are in Israel for work and decided that I would not only be the most dependable but most responsible and loving individual to care for their precious little ones for the next 2 weeks. You see, I used to be their Sunday School teacher probably 7-8 years ago back in Eugene so not only have i known them for a few years, they know I love Jesus too which is a huge plus in their book. Nanny Hannah to the rescue!

So as what all loving mothers do, I'm going to blog about them for the next 12 days. Oh and not only that, I'm also going to post as many pictures I can, just show you, how with my guidance and immaculate parenting skills, they have grown up to be such outstanding citizens in today's society.

Asian kids are the best. I feel very confident making that statement. Growing up, I never had this "free time" that all my other schoolmates talked of. After school, i had either piano lessons, flute lessons, swimming lessons, math tutor, writing tutor, volunteering or Bible study until dinner at 8, which was followed by shower time, reading and then finally bed time. So really, even if i wanted to be a troublemaker, there was no time for me to do so. Brilliant. I'm pretty sure all other Asian parents do the same with their kids as well. Absolutely brilliant!

Back to the girls. Today after school Janet studied Algebra for an hour, followed by an hour of homework, 30 minutes of piano and she just finished vaccuming the stairs. Jenny spent her afternoon doing all of her homework, watching YouTube videos, loading the dishwasher and writing up a 2 page book report that she asked me to assign to her because she was bored. Really?! Not only that, Jenny didn't practice her violin after school because she woke up at 7:15 this morning and practiced before school instead. Wowza.

Ok, well now its time for me to let them have a little fun. We're gonna watch American Idol and play Scrabble :) Be jealous. night! :)

Tuesday's Tune: Jack Johnson's Angel

My brother is my music guru. Whenever I make a trip down to Eugene, i end up getting sucked into his computer for hours, blowing off plans to hang out with real people and instead, I find myself sitting on my bed, making cds from his 5,000+ song collection. From Atmosphere and Damien Rice to Lily Allen and Say Anything, he pretty much has it all. The 3 things my bro and i bond over are music, food and golfing. Yeah, not gonna lie, we're pretty cool :)

Anyway, over the weekend, he gave me Jack Johnson's newest album, Sleep through the Static and the cd pretty much stole my heart. I loved it right off the bat, just like his other cds. The 4th song, "Angel" just kills me, kind of like the first time i ever heard "Bubbly" by Colbie Callait. The lyrics are so genuinely sincere and I'm pretty sure it can't get any sweeter than this song. You can tell that he wrote this song about someone he truly loves, probably his wifey.

If i were a boy, I would learn to play this song on the guitar and serenade an unsuspecting crush or current lover. It would woo them over in a heartbeat.

"She gives me presents, with her presence alone." Really? Gosh. I love this song so much, i looked at my itunes play count yesterday and i listened to it 60 times?! In one day?! No biggie.

K, i'm gonna go listen to it another 60 times, better start now. Hope you like it as much as I do. Just go out and buy the cd, you won't be disappointed. Promise.

SUPER Tuesday: "Yes We Can"

If this video doesn't inspire you to care about this year's presidential election, I'm not sure anything will. Former Black Eyed Peas member, Will.i.am gathered together a group of celebrities and musicians to create a song and video in support of Obama, called "Yes We Can." These celebrities and musicians include, but are not limited to: Kate Walsh, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Scarlet Johansson, John Legend, Nick Cannon, Common, Nicole Scherzinger and so many more.

After the outcome of the past 2 elections, Will.i.am decided he wanted to get involved early on but wasn't sure who he wanted to support, and then came Obama's New Hampshire speech and Will.i.am was in. He wanted to do just what Obama said, create Change, because why? "Yes We Can." And in a matter of just 48 hours, he rallied up enough support and resources to create the song and video which first aired on ABC News Now's "What's the Buzz" segment on Friday (2/1/2008)

"I'm not trying to convince people to see things how i do...I produced this song to share my new found inspiration and how I've been moved...I hope this song will make you feel...love...and think...and be inspired just like the speech inspired me...," said Will.i.am