Welcome back for yet another set of random thoughts. I'm trying to
think of a witty line to start this off with here, but it's not coming
to me right now. So before I go nuts trying to think too hard, let's
get to the thoughts. Enjoy.
- Why did I name this the "50"
edition? Well, this is the 50th Myspace blog post (not the 50th Random
Thoughts though) and recently I crossed the 1,000th blog view threshold
here on Myspace. Along with the hundreds of profile views I've been
getting, I thought some type of anniversary (even as much of a stretch
as this milestone might be to do so) would be a good time for me to
again thank everybody for reading.
- I went to the O.C. last
night and it was up and down for the most part. It was still better
than the previous weekend with the weirdo on the dance floor scaring
people out of the club. I didn't go out to any other clubs because I
just wasn't feeling it this week.
- Speaking of other dance
clubs, a friend of mine is trying to find a place other than Screaming
Willies here in Columbus that caters to the 18-and-over crowd (as
opposed to just 21 and over) to celebrate the birthday of one of their
family members near the end of this month. I didn't know where there
were any (I usually look for 21 and over places), but if anybody here
knows of any 18-and-over clubs in or near Columbus let me know so I can
pass the information to them.
- I don't talk much about high
school stuff here, but I do want to talk about one of my teachers. His
name is Frank Chaff and he was one of the most beloved teachers at
Tallmadge High School...one of the coolest I ever knew. He taught drama
at the school and both my sister and I were in one of his classes at
some point. He was also in charge of the plays and productions at the
school. He is retiring after this school year and has just directed his
last production as a teacher in the district, the final performance
being last night (unfortunately I missed it). Something a lot of people
in my town probably didn't know was that he is one of my mom and dad's
oldest friends. They've known him for Lord knows how long...longer than
me or my siblings have been alive, at least. Anybody who attended
Tallmadge High in the past few decades either knew or had a class with
Mr. Chaff, and all of us knew the dedication and graciousness he showed
to all of his students. He deserves all the kudos and appreciation he
can get and deserves to have. To that end, there is a movement to have
something named in his honor, for what he's done for the thousands of us
he's taught. The most brought-up idea I've heard was to name the
auditorium at the new high school after him...I believe this would
probably be the best way to honor him and others probably think this
too. If this happens, I only ask one thing: do not...I repeat, DO
NOT...in any way, shape, or form name it the "Femo Wesap Theatre" (those
of us who know Mr. Chaff know what this means)...it may sound funny,
but it's probably not appropriate...at least as a formal name.
- Chocolate chip cookies taste very good....I prefer the Soft Batch variety, but I like 'em in general.
-
A general note: if you think they are coming down with the flu and
the symptoms seem off from or more intense than a normal one, go get
yourself checked out. This stupid swine flu (now officially named H1N1)
is causing a lot of panic and worry and even though it seems to be
coming down as less of a pandemic (as of this time...it still might
break differently), it's worth going to a doctor just in case, for peace
of mind if nothing else.
- U.S. Senator Arlen Specter of
Pennsylvania is now part of the Democratic Party and will be running as a
Dem in the next senatorial election cycle next year. With the Dems in
charge and the national Republican Party not having anything other than
obstructionism and outdated, crazy-ass ideologically-limited ideas and
platforms to work from, his defection may not be the last.
- I'm
not sure I'm gonna make this a habit or not on here, but I'm thinking
of weekly cycling my default pic. Last week I put up my Deadpool "I'm
With Stupid" pic and now I have up one of my dressed-up ones. I haven't
decided if I'm gonna really do this or not, but it's something I'm
considering.
- The Cleveland Cavaliers start their second round
series this week in the NBA playoffs, the fourth straight year they've
reached this point. The ultimate goal is the championship, but it's
still one step...one series....at a time.
- Song on repeat:
"What Have I Done To Deserve This" by the Pet Shop Boys and Dusty
Springfield. I just like the song. It's nice and a bit relaxing.
-
SLP to the following: Holly, Dave, Cheryl, Donielle (from
Facebook...Happy Birthday), my old neighbor Heather (from Facebook),
Kevin, Ernest, Jay, Marcus, Andy, Griff, Tommy D, my sister Kate (Happy
Birthday), and of course my old drama teacher Mr. Frank Chaff
(congratulations on your retirement...and surviving Tallmadge High for
so long).
It's been surreal, but I must be going now. I'm
anxiously looking forward to upcoming things in the near and far future,
including writing another fifty blogs and beyond. So until next time,
folks...take care and God Bless.
DJ
