Jamie's Jamey's questions regarding the context of Mount Vernon bring to mind a more recent example of politicians, in the name of "patriotism," mangling an opportunity for a historical site to actually illuminate history (rather than water the message down to the most easily digestible, comfortable-for-the-conscience version of events and ( Read more... )

So I know that Bloomberg made a big announcement last night and all, and I'm glad for him that he's leaving the Republican party... But really, does everyone have to make him the focus of the news cycle for a full day? Yes, we all get it, he's probably gonna do a Ross Perot and run for President and then really annoy the hell out of me, but do we ( Read more... )

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From aquavator:

People who get tagged need to post in their journal 6 weird habits/things as well as state this rule clearly. In the end, you need to choose 6 people to be tagged and list their names.1. When I take a shower, I line up the bathmat exactly at the edge of the tub. Since Daria usually showers before me, that means readjusting the mat each time ( Read more... )

taken from aquavator:

So, here's how it works:
1. Open your music player (iTunes, Winamp, Media Player, etc).
2. Put it on shuffle.
3. Press play.
4. For every question type the song that's playing.
5. When you go to a new question press the next button.
Some songs fit perfectly. Some dont at all.Opening Credits: "Love", Smashing Pumpkins (oh, it's gonna ( Read more... )

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Rooftop parties feel like a simple luxury, and this summer they're a regular weekend activity. Last night we hung out on Stephanie's roof in Astoria during her birthday party. Last Saturday Marta and I spent the evening on a roof in Gawunus watching Letters from Mexico. And I went to a rooftop party in Williamsburg on July 3rd. I miss my roof on ( Read more... )

It drives me crazy when I'm watching a tv show or movie and I can't identify a song used in the soundtrack. Sometimes it's so familiar that its title is just within my reach. Other times the melody (when the song has no lyrics) sets off this obsessive memory that feels like deja vu. Occasionally this happens when I watch a dance performance (one of ( Read more... )

Movies are my favorite, and I’ve seen a few good ones in the past two weeks. I’ve made a cut for each entry because my comments contain a small spoiler or two… therefore, I recommend seeing the film yourself first (cause a clean slate’s the best way to experience art) and then read my yammering.

Inside Man

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