So far I've only seen the airport in Puerto Rico (quick layover on my way back from Barbados), but I'll let you know if it's anything like this video.
Spring Break plans have changed at the last minute. The cruise to Hawaii is out and a fancy resort in Puerto Rico is in. If you want to be jealous, you can check out the hotel website. If it's even 10% as nice as the photos, I'll be happy. Very, very happy.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Sunday, March 22, 2009
free entertainment... !
This has been a good month for entertainment. The lull in tourism here in beautiful Vegas has provided me with opportunities to see four different shows for free this month! :)
KA by Cirque de Soleil
I saw this last month with some friends (half price tickets), but went again when my friend Allison and her family were in town. It's amazing, as to be expected from a Cirque show, but I have to say Mystere is still my favorite. The rotating stage is cool the first time or two, but after the twentieth time it gets a little repetitive. I was also incredibly freaked out by the young, young girl getting together with the creepy old guy in the red speedo who was covered in glitter paint. It was just a lil' much.
Donny & Marie
My roommate's friend got free tickets from one of the dancers in the show, so I couldn't pass this up. I'd heard this was one of the best shows in Vegas, but I wasn't completely sold on the idea until, well... about 30 seconds into the show. I'm almost embarrased to admit it, but from start to finish, the production was simply amazing. Donny and Marie were both funny, personable, and really sing well. I knew more songs than I'd expected, but I'm sure I would have enjoyed it even more if I were ten or twenty years older.
My friend Amanda is a concierge, so she was able to get us free tickets to both Danny Gans and Love. I'd seen Danny Gans before and his show hadn't changed much since he moved to Encore from the Mirage. He's updated a few jokes, but the impersonations were the same. He is, however, hilarious. His show is entertaining and kept us laughing almost the entire time.
Love by Cirque de Soleil
There was so much going on, it was a little over the top, but like all Cirque shows, this was completely amazing. The roller skating guys were amazing. I love The Beatles like everyone else, so it was fun to get into the music. The people behind me were singing along throughout half the show, which made it just a little more exciting than usual.
KA by Cirque de Soleil
I saw this last month with some friends (half price tickets), but went again when my friend Allison and her family were in town. It's amazing, as to be expected from a Cirque show, but I have to say Mystere is still my favorite. The rotating stage is cool the first time or two, but after the twentieth time it gets a little repetitive. I was also incredibly freaked out by the young, young girl getting together with the creepy old guy in the red speedo who was covered in glitter paint. It was just a lil' much.
Donny & Marie
My roommate's friend got free tickets from one of the dancers in the show, so I couldn't pass this up. I'd heard this was one of the best shows in Vegas, but I wasn't completely sold on the idea until, well... about 30 seconds into the show. I'm almost embarrased to admit it, but from start to finish, the production was simply amazing. Donny and Marie were both funny, personable, and really sing well. I knew more songs than I'd expected, but I'm sure I would have enjoyed it even more if I were ten or twenty years older.
My friend Amanda is a concierge, so she was able to get us free tickets to both Danny Gans and Love. I'd seen Danny Gans before and his show hadn't changed much since he moved to Encore from the Mirage. He's updated a few jokes, but the impersonations were the same. He is, however, hilarious. His show is entertaining and kept us laughing almost the entire time.
Love by Cirque de Soleil
There was so much going on, it was a little over the top, but like all Cirque shows, this was completely amazing. The roller skating guys were amazing. I love The Beatles like everyone else, so it was fun to get into the music. The people behind me were singing along throughout half the show, which made it just a little more exciting than usual.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Ukraine... it's just a little bit different.
A few weeks ago I rediscovered a little Russian market that has since become my favorite place to shop. Verenokee, napoleon, smetana, tons of cheeses, and pear juice! Basically, the best things in life can all be found in this tiny little shop. I've been reminded of just a few of the many reasons I love all things Ukrainian, completely and insanely weird or not.
Fashion is always a little... interesting.
You don't need any type of plan or agenda for a night out. People just walk around until they run out of things to talk about, then walk back home.
Pigs beg for milk money.
(see right for example)
EVERYONE eats ice cream. Even adults eat ice cream as they wander through parks.
People sell things on the street from backpacks, suitcoats, and suitcases.
There are chandeliers in the metro.
People working don't really have to work much.
And transportation? There's a little bit of everything.
Fashion is always a little... interesting.
You don't need any type of plan or agenda for a night out. People just walk around until they run out of things to talk about, then walk back home.
Pigs beg for milk money.
(see right for example)
EVERYONE eats ice cream. Even adults eat ice cream as they wander through parks.
People sell things on the street from backpacks, suitcoats, and suitcases.
There are chandeliers in the metro.People working don't really have to work much.
And transportation? There's a little bit of everything.
Friday, January 2, 2009
Hummer...
I have no idea when or why Matt decided he was cool enough to buy a Hummer, but... Here it is. The H2.Of course, he delivers pizza in said Hummer.
Customer: Wow! Domino's delivery guys must make a lot these days!
Matt: Well, you know I rely on tips, sir.
All I can say is, that Matt is pretty smart.
Zach
Every teacher dreams of sending his or her favorite student to the best college in the nation. I am pleased to announce that Zac Moe from MOB will be attending Utah State University this spring.
It's kind of a long story, but basically, Zach started out at Hampton last fall, but ran out of money and had to come home. (He actually received a letter while he was home for Christmas break informing him that his ENTIRE BALANCE needed to be paid in full before he could return for spring semester. Zach did not return. His stuff may STILL be in a room there somewhere.) So, he took a few classes at CSN, worked for a while, kinda tried to save some money but mostly bought shoes, and now he is headed to the great land of the Aggies.
I think he'll like it. I mean, I wouldn't encourage him to go there if I didn't think he'd do well. It's definitely different from Vegas, but Zach's an outgoing person and I think he'll adjust pretty easily. Once he gets over the initial shock of so many while people in one place, I think he'll see it really is Aggies all the way!
It's kind of a long story, but basically, Zach started out at Hampton last fall, but ran out of money and had to come home. (He actually received a letter while he was home for Christmas break informing him that his ENTIRE BALANCE needed to be paid in full before he could return for spring semester. Zach did not return. His stuff may STILL be in a room there somewhere.) So, he took a few classes at CSN, worked for a while, kinda tried to save some money but mostly bought shoes, and now he is headed to the great land of the Aggies.
I think he'll like it. I mean, I wouldn't encourage him to go there if I didn't think he'd do well. It's definitely different from Vegas, but Zach's an outgoing person and I think he'll adjust pretty easily. Once he gets over the initial shock of so many while people in one place, I think he'll see it really is Aggies all the way!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
9 for '09
And, here comes Part II...
9 Goals for 2009
1. Work somewhere I LOVE and am really, truly happy.
2. "Schmooz" it up with the ol' co-workers. (This is ROUGH for me, but I think it's important.)
3. Travel more. (Hey, I figured I need at least ONE goal that will be both fun and easy to keep.)
4. Keep in touch with old friends. (This goal may, and hopefully will, tie in with goal #3-- TRAVEL MORE.)
5. Come up with more exciting, free things to do when people come to visit me. (This can tie in with goal #4. If I had more exciting things to do in Vegas, maybe more old friends would decide to come visit.)
6. Cut back on the sarcasm. Every year I debate whether or not this is a goal I want to set. I think I'm funny, but I'm sure I need to do better keeping this in check. One of the kids really believed me when I said "Benjamin Button" was based on a true story. Poor kid.
7. Help every single senior in my AVID class receive at least one scholarship. (Too optimistic, you say? But what about the lazy seniors who won't even apply for these scholarships you continually tell them about? Well, these lazy seniors will no longer be allowed to be lazy.)
8. Read more literature in Russian and (this WILL NOT be fun, but will definitely be useful...) study Russian grammar.
9. Stop watching TV online from crazy Asian websites that may slowly continue killing my computer. (It's hard to come up with 9 things and really, this will be better for my computer.)
9 Goals for 2009
1. Work somewhere I LOVE and am really, truly happy.
2. "Schmooz" it up with the ol' co-workers. (This is ROUGH for me, but I think it's important.)
3. Travel more. (Hey, I figured I need at least ONE goal that will be both fun and easy to keep.)
4. Keep in touch with old friends. (This goal may, and hopefully will, tie in with goal #3-- TRAVEL MORE.)
5. Come up with more exciting, free things to do when people come to visit me. (This can tie in with goal #4. If I had more exciting things to do in Vegas, maybe more old friends would decide to come visit.)
6. Cut back on the sarcasm. Every year I debate whether or not this is a goal I want to set. I think I'm funny, but I'm sure I need to do better keeping this in check. One of the kids really believed me when I said "Benjamin Button" was based on a true story. Poor kid.
7. Help every single senior in my AVID class receive at least one scholarship. (Too optimistic, you say? But what about the lazy seniors who won't even apply for these scholarships you continually tell them about? Well, these lazy seniors will no longer be allowed to be lazy.)
8. Read more literature in Russian and (this WILL NOT be fun, but will definitely be useful...) study Russian grammar.
9. Stop watching TV online from crazy Asian websites that may slowly continue killing my computer. (It's hard to come up with 9 things and really, this will be better for my computer.)
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