Awkward Family Photos

I had a wonderful vacation to the Outer Banks (maybe my favorite place ever) this past week with my cousin Jordan, his girlfriend Andrea, and a bunch of friends. We went down to Nags Head mile post 11 Saturday May 23rd (the house photos are here, I can’t do a copy paste from the official website but will upload my own photos soon). I was able to stay until Wednesday which was wonderful. The weather was gorgeous most of the time; it was rainy one morning which did allow me to do a little outlet shopping so it was acceptable. Andrea cooked wonderful dinners, we played a bunch of board games including Apples to Apples and Taboo, and relaxed on the beach, in the pool and in the hot tub. 

Jordan and I acted like complete idiots most of the time (albeit hilarious idiots). We over-shared some classic family stories with people I’d just met, decided to speak and write in haiku form for a few days, quoted Kenny Powers from the TV show Eastbound and Down (read, totally and completely inappropriate in any and all social situations), and went t-shirt shopping. 

Now, you may be thinking that t-shirt shopping sounds fine. I mean, it’s a totally normal, socially accepted vacation pastime. Visiting a new place? Buy commemorative clothing to really highlight the significance of the vacation. However, that was not the case with us. We purposefully went t-shirt shopping with every intention of buying the ugliest, most random article of clothing possible. Luckily for us, Nags Head’s T-Shirt Whirl was about 4 houses from our rental. We managed to rope the 2 employees into helping us choose the tackiest iron-on graphics possible. One in the running was a hunting logo that said “Your duck is ugly and your dog is stupid” with a lovely graphic including guns and camouflage. Pissing off other tourists in the shop (a lady left the store b/c of us and yelled “ASSHOLES” in passing), we finally settled on our designs. 

 

Mine is a lovely 10-point buck amidst fall foliage. Jordan’s is a stealth tiger swimming (do tigers swim?) in a lagoon. We put the sweatshirts on quietly while everyone was playing a game. Feigning yawns and holding back laughter while asking the other “Brr, are you cold in here”, we reappeared in our tacky sweatshirt glory. 

It may have been the highlight of the trip. 

The second part to this post is a website you need to see immediately. It’s called Awkward Family Photos and highlights real, hilarious photos sent in by readers. 

Jordan and I may have to submit these sweatshirt photos. Maybe. 

Quarter Life Crisis

I found an article about being a 20 or 30-something in this day and age called “Welcome to Your Quarter Life Crisis.” 

Aside from the amazing fact that author Kate Carraway quotes one of my favorite John Mayer songs, Why Georgia, this article has really made me think. I agree with so many of the points and think that anyone looking for some insight on this topic will find it helpful as well. It’s a little lengthy but well-written and worth spending a few minutes reading. 

Enjoy.

 

[John Mayer really isn't a big part of the article...I just wanted a vintage photo for your viewing pleasure. Also, I want him to stop being such a celebrity sell-out and go back to making music and making me swoon.]

Birthday Boy

Morrison just turned 1 on May 5th, 2009! I know I sound like a crazy cat lady by announcing it and being excited that my boy is turning 1…but just humor me. Enjoy the cuteness and please don’t think I’m too crazy. Just a little.

 

Texts From Last Night

You must read this website. It is hilarious and a really brilliant distraction from everyday life. My goal is to find a funny enough text message to post one day. I’ll let you know when I do…

Texts From Last Night

The Reason Behind Swine Flu…

Best (or worst) Idea Ever

A wine glass that continually refills itself without you doing a damn thing? Yes, please.

 

It may lead to my ultimate demise and I may be ok with that. Either way, wine drinking will never be the same again…

Friday Laughs

Warning: The following videos are slightly  inappropriate. You may be offended but it’s sort of hilarious so you should probably watch anyways. Just don’t say I didn’t warn you…

Stephen Lynch “Craig Christ”

[I can't even post the rest b/c they're so crude but if you can handle it you should youtube his stuff. If not, I apologize.]

Flight of the Conchords “HipHopopotamus vs. Rhymenocerous”

One of my favorite things about these videos is the t-shirt that has a stag and a full moon. I want one immediately. 

Flight of the Conchords “Albi the Racist Dragon”

Dane Cook “War Flute” (such bad quality but it’s the only video I found that has the whole skit, sorry.)

Dane Cook “The Athiest”

Cherry Blossoms / DC Photos

I went to see the blooming cherry blossoms last evening along the water in DC. It was so nice outside and the sun setting made for such pretty photos. Enjoy! 

 

Words of Wisdom (not from me, don’t worry)

As an English major and life-long reader, I have always been addicted to the written word. I can get lost in almost any kind of writing – novels, short stories, poetry, song lyrics. The following quotes are some of my personal favorites that I wanted to share with whoever is reading. Plus, quotes are far easier to read and write than long paragraphs and, as it is Friday, I’m open to accepting whatever shortcuts I can get. 

 

“Those who don’t feel this… / Pulling them like a River, / Those who don’t drink dawn… / Or take in the sunset… / Those who don’t want change, / Let them sleep…”      -Rumi, sufi poet, Ode 314

“Dark and silent late last night / I think I might have heard the highway call… / Signs that might be omens say I’m going / Going to Carolina in my mind...”         -James Taylor, Carolina In My Mind

“What you feel only matters to you. It’s what you do to the people you say you love…that’s what matters. It’s the only thing that counts.”      -The Last Kiss

“Smell the sea and feel the sky / Let your soul and spirit fly / Into the mystic…”  -Van Morrison, Into the Mystic

“If you want to see the stars you must go out into the country where there are no lights to dim them. But if you really want to see the stars then you must be out in the middle of the ocean. Then you can see them as the sailors and navigators saw them in the days when stars were known as very few people know them now.”         - Madeleine L’Engle, Arm of the Starfish

Spring in Richmond

I visited Richmond this past weekend for a concert and to hang out with my 804 friends (obviously an area code and not the actual number of friends I hung out with). The weather Sunday was amazing – I sat out on the front porch with a cup of coffee (or 4), good company, and digital camera. Here are a few snapshots for you to enjoy and/or be jealous that Spring has come to Virginia.