So, last weekend marked the beginning of summer... and with summer comes my seasonal playlist. I had a weekly playlist blog but that was too much. Anyhow, over the past few years I've been really consistent about the summer list, so I'm going to keep up that tradition now. It should be noted... these are not necessarily songs that just came out this summer. Rather, they are songs that I am relating to for this summer.
Marissa's 5th Annual Summer Playlist - 2009
One Day - Matisyahu (I freaking love this song. It doesn't get old for me. I've been listening to a lot of his stuff more lately.)
Busy People - The Limousines (but we always have time for new friends...)
Queen of the World - Ida Maria (Her single is "I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked," and I love that... but when I was doing some further listening into her stuff I discovered this one. I also love "Wherever You Go" but this one is more conducive to summer fun)
Folding Chair - Regina Spektor (her new album was released Tuesday. This song is very peppy, quirky, and fun like a lot of her stuff. I wish I had this kind of talent.)
Close to Me (Cure cover) - The Get Up Kids (I heard this as a teaser in a promo for their upcoming September concert in KC... immediately had to have it.)
Shindig - Red Hot Chili Peppers (Some peppers "pep" up the summer indeed.)
Anything Anything - Dramarama (Old. School. And, awesome)
Buddy Holly - Weezer (I'm seeing Weezer live in September! Heyo!)
Could You Be Loved - Bob Marley (Wow, Bob Marley AND Matisyahu. Someone's feeling a little reggae this summer...)
Time to Pretend - MGMT (I also very much like their current single, "Kids.")
Now We Can See - The Thermals (Thanks to the TV show "Chuck" for introducing me to this song.)
Hold On - Wilson Phillips (No, seriously.)
Uptown Girl - Billy Joel (I always like to have a little fun at the end of my playlists...)
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
No need to say goodbye.
So, I've really been obsessing over this song by Regina Spektor called "The Call." It was in the Prince Caspian soundtrack, but I've yet to see the movie. She had a new album come out today and I've listened to it obsessively as well, but this song is so meaningful that I'd like to share it.
Click here to hear the song.
The instrumentals are beautiful, but what really touches me in this song (as in most songs that move me) are the lyrics. To me she's describing this developing passion for something in life that is bigger than oneself. It's a passion that I was full with while at LVR and that I'm working on finding again now. To have a "battle cry" to me means to have something to pursue and try to achieve with my whole heart. I'm attracted to people (for friendships... and otherwise I'm sure) who have a drive or passion for something in their heart. I'm not talking about career advancement or money. I'm talking about what moves you. What is it that gets you out of bed in the morning? What experiences do you want to make for yourself?
I also especially related to the end where she sings "just because they can't feel it too doesn't mean that you have to forget." It's important to give yourself permission to re-experience your awesome memories. Better to be thankful that you got to experience such things than to be bitter that they're not happening anymore.
I've decided to volunteer on my weekends. The idea of providing something for others is really important to me and I've been very selfish with my time lately. Granted, I work full time and am going to grad school... but this Summer is pretty light and I have weekends fairly open. It seems like I can always make time for the things that are important. So, that's what I'm doing. Volunteering is important and therefore I will make time for it. Altruism aside, it's also a good way to hone interests and gain clarity or insight on life goals. Also, the places I'm looking at offer me some good practice in counseling. I hope to find the niche where my joy and the world's need meet... and then make a difference that way.
Click here to hear the song.
The instrumentals are beautiful, but what really touches me in this song (as in most songs that move me) are the lyrics. To me she's describing this developing passion for something in life that is bigger than oneself. It's a passion that I was full with while at LVR and that I'm working on finding again now. To have a "battle cry" to me means to have something to pursue and try to achieve with my whole heart. I'm attracted to people (for friendships... and otherwise I'm sure) who have a drive or passion for something in their heart. I'm not talking about career advancement or money. I'm talking about what moves you. What is it that gets you out of bed in the morning? What experiences do you want to make for yourself?
I also especially related to the end where she sings "just because they can't feel it too doesn't mean that you have to forget." It's important to give yourself permission to re-experience your awesome memories. Better to be thankful that you got to experience such things than to be bitter that they're not happening anymore.
I've decided to volunteer on my weekends. The idea of providing something for others is really important to me and I've been very selfish with my time lately. Granted, I work full time and am going to grad school... but this Summer is pretty light and I have weekends fairly open. It seems like I can always make time for the things that are important. So, that's what I'm doing. Volunteering is important and therefore I will make time for it. Altruism aside, it's also a good way to hone interests and gain clarity or insight on life goals. Also, the places I'm looking at offer me some good practice in counseling. I hope to find the niche where my joy and the world's need meet... and then make a difference that way.
Friday, June 12, 2009
We didn't light it but we tried to fight it...
This sign is posted right by the elevators in my office:
I agree. It is very sound advice. If there is a fire in the building, you don't take the elevator. Everyone knows that. I do take umbrage, however, with the picture. Look at the placement of the fire in question. It's in the stairwell! If the fire is in the stairwell, I'm not taking the stairs. I'll risk falling to my death from a window, thanks.
Additionally, look at the placement of the ambiguous figure on the stairs. Not only does it appear to be much too calm in regards to the situation at hand, but has somehow managed to get past the fire in the stairwell. Given where he/she is located in relation to the fire, here are a few possibilities:
1. This individual is impervious to fire. Hopefully, he/she uses this power for good and not just for dumb party tricks.
2. This a-hole stick figure started the fire. Maybe the company stole his stapler.
3. The person is psychic, but also selfish.
4. The figure is actually a firefighter, walking up the stairs backwards to avoid smoke inhalation. This hardly seems the quickest or smartest way to move into a burning building, but I'm not a firefighter. I can't judge.
5. The person crossed through the flame, but is not impervious to fire. He/she clearly lost an arm in the process.
I agree. It is very sound advice. If there is a fire in the building, you don't take the elevator. Everyone knows that. I do take umbrage, however, with the picture. Look at the placement of the fire in question. It's in the stairwell! If the fire is in the stairwell, I'm not taking the stairs. I'll risk falling to my death from a window, thanks.
Additionally, look at the placement of the ambiguous figure on the stairs. Not only does it appear to be much too calm in regards to the situation at hand, but has somehow managed to get past the fire in the stairwell. Given where he/she is located in relation to the fire, here are a few possibilities:
1. This individual is impervious to fire. Hopefully, he/she uses this power for good and not just for dumb party tricks.
2. This a-hole stick figure started the fire. Maybe the company stole his stapler.
3. The person is psychic, but also selfish.
4. The figure is actually a firefighter, walking up the stairs backwards to avoid smoke inhalation. This hardly seems the quickest or smartest way to move into a burning building, but I'm not a firefighter. I can't judge.
5. The person crossed through the flame, but is not impervious to fire. He/she clearly lost an arm in the process.
Thursday, June 11, 2009
So close to something better left unknown...
I've been working on my MS Paint skills lately. While I'll never be as good as Catharine, I like to think that I've come a long way in my ability to operate a computer mouse as a paint brush. I like to think that my strong points come mostly from extensive interpretation and use of the copy/paste function. Below, you'll find my visual representation of the phrase "crazy but entertaining."
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