Two celebrity figures managed to significantly impact my day yesterday. The first was George W. Bush, whose arrival and departure from Seattle caused every airport-connecting thoroughfare in the city to be closed down. Since I live five minutes from the airport, that means my house was effectively blocked by police at every angle. At first, I didn't know what was going on... traffic had slowed to a crawl and orange cones were springing up everywhere. "What the heck!" I thought to myself, "is the president in town?!" The answer happened to be yes. It took me two hours to make it home.
The second celebrity was Daryl Hall. He appeared in concert along with the other half of his duo, but in truth I really don't pay much attention to John. Apparently, he is quite used to second billing and probably takes home his million without complaint. On stage, Oates played his guitar and dutifully sang second fiddle behind a single monitor. A few feet over, the blond-locked heartthrob Hall stood behind four audio monitors, a video monitor, and two wind blowers... which added to his carefully crafted sex appeal by whipping said blond locks in a super-cool, rock-n-roll fashion about his crooning face. I was sucked right in. I jumped and clapped and swooned like a schoolgirl. I swear it was just the music... they are indeed my favorite band of all time.
The leader of the free world and the most successful rock duo of all time. August 27th, 2007. Oh, and we also had our septic tank pumped that morning. What a day.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Thursday, August 9, 2007
Curtis and Karla Make It Official
The news is in... my brother Curtis has finally proposed to girlfriend Karla, and judging by the ring on her finger I assume she said yes! The Crabb clan (and Kirk contingent) are raising glasses in their honor today from Ohio to Colorado to Washington... and hopefully in Tennessee, too, where Karla's folks are from. TOP TEN REASONS TO CELEBRATE:
10. Continued "K" alliteration in the family... Karla Crabb plus Curtis Crabb
9. Cousins for Harper!
8. She brings yet more good looks into the Crabb gene pool, if that's possible (number 8 dedicated to Uncle Larry)
7. Mom and I can finally start planning the rehearsal dinner, which has been in unofficial development since we first met Karla just over a year ago
6. A woman's touch in the bachelor pad
5. He's definitely not gay!!
4. He is so overwhelmed with happiness that he won't even be mad at the gay joke
3. A new recipient for crab themed gifts!
2. Our mother can finally relax
1. I've run out of ideas... please leave your number one reason as a comment!
Monday, August 6, 2007
Ah, Harry
Anyone who knows me knows I love the Harry Potter books. When the latest came out, I carefully guarded my reading scenarios so this final experience could be savored. I tried not to read in hungry snatches throughout the day but in consciously selected settings, like the local coffee shop with a fireplace and easy chair (and cinnamon latte) or propped up in bed with lamplight (and hot tea). I finally finished it a week ago at 1:15 AM.
To be submerged in Harry's world is pure delight, and I am truly sad that it's all over... yes, I can always pick up one of the books and re-read, but the first time with its unrepeatable surprises and delights just can't be resurrected. The movies help, because they hit the mood and imagery of the books dead on, and thankfully there are two more new ones to come!
Now that I'm finished with Book 7, I've been free to unclog my ears to potential spoilers and surf around for a little Harry commentary, trying to keep the mood alive for a little while longer! I discovered this one earlier this morning, from Christianity Today. Despite all the controvery surrounding the books in Christian circles, there are still many of us who see Biblical symbolism and imagery worth talking about. Book 7 comes complete with profound sacrificial love and Bible verse allusions. For my Christian friends who are also Potter fans, you won't want to miss it: http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2007/augustweb-only/131-43.0.html
To be submerged in Harry's world is pure delight, and I am truly sad that it's all over... yes, I can always pick up one of the books and re-read, but the first time with its unrepeatable surprises and delights just can't be resurrected. The movies help, because they hit the mood and imagery of the books dead on, and thankfully there are two more new ones to come!
Now that I'm finished with Book 7, I've been free to unclog my ears to potential spoilers and surf around for a little Harry commentary, trying to keep the mood alive for a little while longer! I discovered this one earlier this morning, from Christianity Today. Despite all the controvery surrounding the books in Christian circles, there are still many of us who see Biblical symbolism and imagery worth talking about. Book 7 comes complete with profound sacrificial love and Bible verse allusions. For my Christian friends who are also Potter fans, you won't want to miss it: http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2007/augustweb-only/131-43.0.html
Thursday, August 2, 2007
Naming a Blog
Having decided right off the bat that "My Blog" would not suffice as a title, I began scouring my brain for brilliant alternatives. My first thought was "On the Bandwagon Again," since I am trying this blog thing for the second time -- I fell off without a whimper some three years ago. But that still sounded too bland, even when I toyed with the variation "On the Funky Bandwagon Again, Y'all."
Luckily, my magnetic poetry kit was within reach, so I closed my eyes and randomly selected three tiles. The result: "Still Repulsive Moment." I am not kidding. Maybe my magnetic poetry kit knows something I don't. I replaced the tiles.
Next option...
I recently read a horrible little book entitled Running With Scissors in which several of the characters readily engage in "Bible dipping," or asking God a question, opening a Bible, and pointing blindly to a phrase in which God apparently responds. Finding this too sacrilegious for my own tastes, I reached instead for the Southern Living magazine conveniently within reach on my desk and performed the same task. "Oh Southern Living Magazine, what should I name my blog?" Response: "Smart Watering FAQs." I don't think so.
Then the final brainstorm hits -- "Nothing Better to Do." Then it occurs to me that the dishes are not done, my study is piled up in the wreckage of a re-org project, and I have a half-finished novel just a click away on the computer. There are plenty of other better things I could be doing. Thus is life... and thus is a title born.
Luckily, my magnetic poetry kit was within reach, so I closed my eyes and randomly selected three tiles. The result: "Still Repulsive Moment." I am not kidding. Maybe my magnetic poetry kit knows something I don't. I replaced the tiles.
Next option...
I recently read a horrible little book entitled Running With Scissors in which several of the characters readily engage in "Bible dipping," or asking God a question, opening a Bible, and pointing blindly to a phrase in which God apparently responds. Finding this too sacrilegious for my own tastes, I reached instead for the Southern Living magazine conveniently within reach on my desk and performed the same task. "Oh Southern Living Magazine, what should I name my blog?" Response: "Smart Watering FAQs." I don't think so.
Then the final brainstorm hits -- "Nothing Better to Do." Then it occurs to me that the dishes are not done, my study is piled up in the wreckage of a re-org project, and I have a half-finished novel just a click away on the computer. There are plenty of other better things I could be doing. Thus is life... and thus is a title born.
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