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Sunday, December 21, 2008

"Closer To You"

The rules are simple:
1. Put your media player on Shuffle.
2. For each question, press the next button to get your answer.
3. You must write down the name of the song no matter how silly it sounds!
4. Put any comments after the song name.

I have to say, my iTunes has over 2000 songs, so half of these is the first time truly listening to the songs. Therefore, I don't really have comments to give:

1. Opening Credits: “Powerline” by A Goofy Movie Soundtrack
2. Waking Up: “Battle Hymn of the Republic” by John Williams
3. Average Day: “Video Killed a Radio Star” by The Buggles
4. First Date: “Julia” by The Beatles
5. Falling In Love: “Idiot Boyfriend” by Jimmy Fallon
6. Love Scene: “I’m Only Sleeping” by I Am Sam Soundtrack
7. Fight Scene: “See Ya” by Atomic Kitten
8. Breaking Up: “The Lioness Hunt” by Original Broadway Cast of The Lion King
9. Getting Back Together: “Minas Morgul” by The Lord of the Rings Soundtrack
10. Secret Love: “My Paper Heart” by All-American Rejects
11. Life's Okay: “I Know You Won’t” by Carrie Underwood
12. Mental Breakdown: “Marguerite” by Ever After Soundtrack
13. Driving: “Huron Carol” by Jenny Crook
14. Learning A Lesson: “Come On Over” by Christina Aguilera
15. Deep Thought: “Ring of Fire” by Walk the Line Soundtrack
16. Flashback: “Shut Up” by Simple Plan
17. Partying: “The Hearts of the Fathers Are Turning” by Steven Kapp Perry
18. Happy Dance: “On The Open Road” from A Goofy Movie Soundtrack
19. Regretting: “Constellations” by Jack Johnson
20. Long Night Alone: “Little Wild One” by That Thing You Do Soundtrack
21. Death Scene: “I Beg of You” by Elvis Presley
22. Closing Credits: “Bonjour” by Beauty and the Beast Disney Soundtrack


How would you describe yourself?
“Something Worth Leaving Behind” by Lee Ann Womack

What do you like in a guy/girl
“One Week” by Barenaked Ladies

How do you feel today?
“Love” by John Lennon

What is your life's purpose?
“Landslide” by Dixie Chicks

What is your motto?
“Birdhouse in Your Soul” by They Might Be Giants

What do your friends think of you?
“Walking On Sunshine” by Katrina and the Waves

What do you think about very often?
“God Be With You Till We Meet Again” by Michael Dowdle

What do you think of your best friend?
“Take a Chance on Me” by Abba

What do you think of the person you like?
“Are You Gonna Be My Girl” by Jet

What is your life story?
“Be Still My Soul” by Marvin Goldstein

What do you think of when you see the person you like?
“Drive” by Incubus

What will you dance to at your wedding?
“When I Fall in Love” by Natalie and Nat King Cole

What will they play at your funeral?
“Big River” by Johnny Cash

What is your hobby/interest?
“Heaven Must Be Missing An Angel” by Tavares

What is your biggest fear?
Boulevard of Broken Songs” by Party Ben - Green Day vs. Oasis vs. Travis vs. Eminem & Aerosmith

What is your biggest secret?
“Bring A Torch, Jeanette, Isabella” by Jenny Crook

What do you think of your friends?
“Happy” by Aqua

What will you put as the title?
“Closer To You” by Wallflowers

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Fall Semester Ends ...

Well, it would appear that I will be able to pass this semester. I've just have a presentation and a much needed discussion with a teacher. It has been a great semester as I finally finish up with the majority of my college courses. Next semester I only have three credits left and I will finally be finished with college. Wow, do the years pass by quickly. I can't believe I have almost completed four years at BYU. Now I will prepare to go forth and serve. At this time, I hope to begin by settling for a time in Florida with a new friend I made this past semester.

Thursday, December 11, 2008

Locked Out!!

I am not impressed. People are not all that helpful. I wanted to find out what to do if one gets locked out of their home where there is no person w/ keys to contact. If I was actually locked out, I'd have no access to the internet, the phone book, or such. So, who would I call? Police would be the first on my mind. BYU Police had no idea how to respond to such a question. The Provo Police would not answer their phones ... do they have a 24/7 number?!?! I'd never call 911 unless it was a true life or death emergency because otherwise, they aren't all that patient... Apparently there is a 411 number?!? I don't know anything about it, so that has not be tested. So, what have I learned, put a 24/7 locksmith number in your contact list. They don't sound happy or cooperative on the phone, but at least they can send a tech out. Of course they won't tell you how much it costs, but it's better then nothin' if no friends exist and it's COLD outside.

BTW, I was not locked out, but I was helping out a friend who was. I was curious how to get back into a home in such an occurrence so I made the phone calls while my roommate and friend were moral support. It ticks me off that people aren't all that nice over the phone. They didn't say anything rude, but the tone of voice says much. Of course, it is 11:30pm. Maybe that factors into it ... BUT STILL!!! What does someone do if they are LOCKED OUT!!!

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Working nonstop ...

Monday:
I worked all the hours I didn't have class ... which was only eight hours of work. This week is Christmas Around the World at the Marriott Center so we keep very busy. I was a truck driver for a while, picked up lunch, painted the floor, etc, etc.

Tuesday:
I put in work at the HFAC to help with lighting. I hung to plot for Celebration of Christmas for five hours then was on stand-by for any help needed for a One Act show in the Margettes for five hours.

Wednesday:
I worked an hour refocusing the Margettes which was a new experience. It's not that "safe" but I've experiences so much worse. Then I headed to the Marriott to do more errands to prepare for rehearsal. I picked up CO2 and dinner, then was able to run truss spot for the show. I'll be stuck 30ft in the air at the back of stage doing spot cues. It's not too bad except climbing up and down the rope ladder. Well, actually is climbing from the ladder to the truss. I always had my safety cable connected to something at all times so I'm good.

Stagehands have astonishing learning curves. It's not unusual for stage crews to have trucks full of unknown scenery arrive at a theatre on Monday, which we need to assemble and understand to open a show we've never seen before... on Tuesday night.

Most people, if confronted with such a task, would flatly say it was impossible.

Stagehands find ways to make it possible. We learn quickly, we draw upon years of experience, skills and training, and (all too often) we drink lots of coffee and work all night.

I've had one longstanding handicap in my career as a stagehand. I don't drink coffee.