Unlike most people, I hate the month of December. Here are my top five reasons why:
Where does this dislike for December stem from you ask? I’m Jewish, and unlike the majority of America, I don’t celebrate Christmas. Fortunately, I’m not suffering through December alone.
Yay Adam! I hope he wins, he is hysterical! Haha, Zach finally got what was coming to him–I am so glad he got booted. Did you see him hanging his head in shame when Melana took off the fat suit? Getting rid of Mike was a given, the guy is so damn boring. But keeping Jason? He’s just so…pretty! Next week’s finale should be great!
An excerpt from Fortune magazine, February 9, 2001:
Exactly a year ago, FORTUNE looked at the bizarre world of day traders like Adam Mesh, an unshaven, T-shirt-clad 24-year-old who, in just one day, bought and sold nearly 10,000 shares of a company he’d never heard of before. (See “Meet the New Market Makers” in the fortune.com archive.) Today, not only is Mesh still at Tradescape, but he and three partners have formed their own firm, Chimera Capital, hiring 45 associates as proprietary traders. Mesh and his partners provide the initial capital stake and then split any eventual profits with the firm’s even younger newcomers, many of whom are recent grads of the University of Michigan, Mesh’s alma mater. This unlikely fraternity (so far they’re all male, although Mesh insists they’d be thrilled to find a female trader) now possess roughly $2 million in capital and recently traded more than 5 million shares on a single day.
Evan Seidenstein was still in Ann Arbor last spring when he decided to join Mesh’s group, even though he had interviewed for positions with traditional firms like Salomon Smith Barney. “I knew that if I didn’t give it a shot I would regret it for the rest of my life,” says Seidenstein, who has eked out a gain for the past 62 straight trading days. The profits aren’t huge–$2,000 to $4,000 a day–but they should enable Seidenstein to earn more than he would if he had taken a job as a junior number cruncher on Wall Street.
Of course, making money as a day trader is a lot harder than it seems when you’re hanging around kids like Seidenstein (see box). The learning curve for a day trader is steep, Mesh says. Five of his traders are still down $30,000 each after their first few months, but he remains confident that they will eventually catch on and recoup their losses.
Keep in mind that article was from 2001, so Adam could now be very rich (or possibly not so rich due to our economy). Should be interesting to see Melana’s reaction during the finale when she learns of Adam’s financial success.
Those of you living in LA know you’re bound to see the Goodyear blimp while driving on the 405 in Carson (near the IKEA). Yesterday, the blimp crashed into a truck and eventually landed in a fertilizer pile next to a plant nursery. No worries–there were no serious injuries.
Um, okay, this Average Joe show is getting just a little out of control. On a normal day, I have about 10, maybe 15, visitors to my once-lonely blog. Today alone, I’ve had over 300 peeps, and 99% of them landed here by searching for “Adam Mesh.” In case Adam stumbles along here, please know that you are the most popular search term ever on my blog. I know you’re so honored.
Yep, it’s true. And it’s been happening for a while now. He started out annoying us weekdays on Star 98.7. Then, his face began appearing on every billboard in Los Angeles thanks to American Idol. Next, he will be replacing Casey Kasem as host of American Top 40 beginning in 2004. What’s next?
For those of you searching for The Hebrew Hammer’s air date, here ya go. Straight from Comedy Central’s website:
The Hebrew Hammer- World Premiere Monday, December 8th at 9PM
Encore presentations air Tuesday, December 9th at 3 PM, Friday, December 12th at 1 AM, Saturday, December 13th at 11 AM, Sunday, December 14th at 7:30 AM & 7:30 PM.
I saw a screening of this film a couple of months ago, and it’s hysterical!
OK, not really. But apparently my blog is. I had a whopping 805 visitors yesterday, and 800 of them were searching for Adam You-Know-Who. Say hi next time you visit my blog!
So Tuesday I’m doing this thing called HurryDate. It’s one of those “speed dating” things where I will meet approximately 25 men and chat with each for three minutes at a time. It’s at a local bar (yay alcohol!) and should prove interesting. Wish me luck. I’ll keep ya posted on the results…
In the market for a Yenta or Madonna’s not Jewish. But I am. t-shirt? What about a great miracle happened here panties? Then look no further!
Yep, it’s been cancelled. No HurryDate for me. Apparently there were too many people canceling at the last minute. Such an LA thing to do. Gotta love flakes. But it’s ok. You see, we made a backup plan! Bingo. Not just regular old Bingo, but Bingo at a cool bar hosted by drag queen Belle Aire. Now, this should prove even more interesting than HurryDate, don’t ya think?
Not quite, but my blog is seeing insane numbers of visitors. Already over 4,300 of you have checked it out today alone. Madness! And, in case you were sad about the show ending, season two has already been taped and will be airing beginning in January. How cool is that?
The pretty guy!?!? What a disappointment–I was rooting for Adam all the way. Lots of good luck to him in the future!
On a side note, I don’t know Adam, his favorite color, his email address, favorite food, phone number, or anything else about him, so please don’t email me asking for it. I can’t help you. Sorry!
Related post: Are you looking for this article from Fortune about Adam?
Delta Air Lines’ new service, Song, has teamed up with Kate and husband Andy Spade to design clothing, luggage, shoes, and sunglasses for flight attendants and customer service representatives. Hopefully this won’t become a trend–I don’t want to have to ditch the track pants and t-shirt for something more stylish when I’m flying!
I played BINGO last night for the first time since I was a kid. However, this time was a little different. The BINGO caller was Belle Aire, a really funny and energetic drag queen who regularly hosts Legendary Bingo at Kachina Grill in West Hollywood. It’s a good time, and for a good cause–a different charity is supported each month. And, as an added bonus, you get to pelt the winners with wadded up losing BINGO sheets. But beware–if you yell out a false BINGO!, you get smacked on the butt by Belle-Aire.
It’s official. The next person to ask how my Christmas shopping is going gets smacked. Sorry, a little overreaction, I know. I’m just tired of repeating “Actually, I don’t celebrate Christmas. But I have bought some Hanukkah gifts.” People seem to feel so bad for asking me about my shopping when they realize I don’t celebrate Christmas. I understand. I’m not offended. I’m used to it. But I’m still annoyed by it!
Lesson learned for today–Instead of asking how the Christmas shopping is going, ask how the holiday shopping is going.
Superfluous Poll–How do YOU answer when asked that question? Please post your responses.
Happy Holidays!
In case you were curious about how other people have managed to stumble upon my blog, here’s a verbatim sampling of what others are searching for:
Poor Adam, sounds like he may have some potential stalkers looking for him!
Went to the Beverly Center tonight after work. I must have seen at least 25 people wearing Uggs in the mall alone. When did they make a comeback? And why?
OK, I admit it. I once owned a pair of Uggs. But I didn’t know any better–I was 15 years old, living in a beach town, and wearing Jimmy’Z skirts with them. What’s the deal with Uggs coming back in style now? And why does my mom want a pair? She used to tell me and my sister they were called Ugg boots because they were UG-ly. Now she wants to wear them? What is happening? Help!
More samplings of searches that landed readers here:
A bit weirded out by the last one, but to each his own, right?
Unlike most of Los Angeles, I will actually admit that I like The Grove. Except in December. Tonight I saw Big Fish at the theaters there, and oh my god, was it packed! I think all of Hollywood was there (including an alleged nice Jewish boy I once dated who turned out to be a jerk).
Anyway, the movie was intense, and you can definitely tell it was a Tim Burton film, complete with music by Danny Elfman. Unfortunately, the film is in limited release now and only playing at The Grove and AMC Century City (also hellish during December), so you may want to wait until it opens wider later in the month.
Well, there’s always that huge party at the House of Blues. You know what I’m talking about, the one where you bump into every guy or girl you and your friends have already dated. My friends and I refer to those parties as “recycled date parties.” You get the idea. So, instead, this year we will be going to “Ha Ha Hanukkah”–dinner and Jewish comics at a Chinese restaurant in Encino. Yeah, I know, it’s way out in the Valley, but it does sound like fun! Don’t ya think?
If you’re looking for the old comments on my blog, I’m sorry to report they were somehow deleted by BlogOut. I know, sucks. However, I have since switched to BlogSpeak, so please, comment away once again.
Great article about The Hebrew Hammer. Don’t forget, it opens in limited release this Friday at the Laemmle Theatres!
A friend sent this 80s music lyrics quiz to me. I got a 71%, not too bad! How’d you do?
Taking 25 minutes to go one and a half miles from a restaurant back to my office because 2,000 striking grocery workers were marching in the streets.
Please please please settle the grocer’s strike for everyone’s sake!
But seriously–I have now officially begun the application and matching process to be a Big Sister (the mentor kind, not the mom and dad having another kid kind) and I am soooo excited! Unfortunately (or fortunately, depending on how you view it), there aren’t many kids waiting for Big Sisters–most of them are waiting for Big Brothers, so it could possibly be some time before I am “matched.” Just wanted you all to share in my excitement.
For all you Average Joe and Adam Mesh fans out there:
It appears Melana and Jason are no longer together (real shocker there) and Adam is quite happy with his new girlfriend. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news for all of you obsessed fans. Here’s the full story.
Related post: Are you looking for this article from Fortune about Adam?
What’s up with all the unmarried celebrities getting pregnant? Is having kids out of wedlock the “in” thing right now? Did I miss the memo? Maybe it’s just me, but I’ve always wanted to do it the old-fashioned way. You know, get married then start a family. Is that just not the way it’s done anymore?
Since many of you landed here searching for “when does Hanukkah start?” I thought I’d provide you with the opportunity to impress your Jewish friends by learning more about the holiday Adam Sandler sings about. Check out these links to read why we eat latkes on Hanukkah.
If you really don’t care and just want the date–This year, Hanukkah begins at sunset on December 19 (the twenty-fifth day of the Jewish month of Kislev). And yes, I am accepting gifts.
What is BlogRolling? I keep seeing it on people’s blogs but I have absolutely no idea what it refers to. Please tell me.
Jdate. How lame is it that I receive emails but have no idea who they are from and can’t even read them because I am not a paying member? Ugh.
Like many people, I have ventured into the realm of online dating. Believe it or not, I know three couples that have married after meeting via the web, so who am I to rule out that method as a possibility of meeting my soulmate. However, I have also learned a thing or two, so here is my top five list of Internet dating secrets:
Like many Jewish women, I too, was born with a Jewfro. I guess it was inevitable–my parents both have wavy/curly hair so my sister and I were bound to have the same. By some freak of nature, my sister managed to end up with stick straight hair while I got the curly. Life isn’t fair, I know. So until my early twenties, I suffered, not knowing how to care for my curls and avoiding the rain. Then, I was introduced to the Hot Tools straightening iron, a product that has forever changed how I do my hair. Not only does it make my hair straight as can be, it also looks so shiny. And I love having the option of doing my hair straight or curly.
OK, now that I’ve gone off on a tangent, let me get to the original purpose of this post–to share a funny article written by a fellow Jewfro-ee.
We just felt a 6.5 magnitude earthquake centered just north of Cambria, about 185 miles northwest of Los Angeles. Working in a highrise office building in LA, we most definitely felt this one! Not as bad as living in Northridge during the Northridge one, but still scary!
Re-live the 80s and raise money for charity by playing Pong. The law firm of Liner Yankelevitz Sunshine & Regenstreif LLP is giving away $100,000 to charities this holiday season and you can help! For each game you play–win or lose–you’ll earn a point. That point then goes to the charity you’ve selected and on December 29, each charity’s points will be converted to a percentage of the total donation. And voila, they get money.
Just got back from having dinner with a friend at Hot Wings Cafe (yum!) and decided to mess around on Jdate. Yeah, I’m bored. Everyone’s out of town for Christmas. Anyway, what do I see? The profile of one of the guys from Average Joe. I think that just proves what I’ve been saying all along–that Average Joe really is just the television version of Jdate!
Are you a Guster fan? Of course? Not yet? Well, you can still vote for the next Guster song you want to hear on the radio. Do it. Now. Vote.
It’s official. I hate Christmas. I hate Jingle Bells and Silent Night. I hate hearing Santa “Ho, Ho Ho.” As if being surrounded by Christmas stuff everywhere I look isn’t enough, my office had a half day “holiday party” today for employees and their families, complete with Santa. In other words, there were a zillion little kids running around high on sugar waiting to sit on Santa’s lap. All I can say is, I am so happy Christmas is tomorrow. And by the way, I do think there should be a law stating that Christmas lights and decorations must be taken down by the new year. Thank you, and Merry Christmas.
In case you landed here searching for info on Hanukkah, it started last Friday, which would make tonight the sixth night.
So I braved the rain and went to “Ha Ha Hanukkah” (Chinese food and Jewish comics on Christmas Eve) out in the Valley tonight. It was fun, but the crowd was a wee bit older than what we expected (read: my friend and I were the only two people there without current AARP cards). I’m a little confused and not quite sure what happened–we were under the impression it was going to be young people, not bubbes and zadies! Anyway, there were a bunch of comics, the majority of them Jewish men. Their sets were fun, albeit a little edited and toned down because of the surprise average age of the audience. One comic caught my eye (and apparently I caught his) and a phone number was asked for and given. Of course, as luck would have it, he’s the one non-Jew of the bunch. Leave it to me to go to a Jewish comedy night and meet a goy. Mom’s gonna love that one.
I did some redecorating and stuff on my blog and think I finally figured out this whole Blog Rolling thing and got it working. Please let me know if you notice anything funky with it.
According to yourDictionary.com, the top word of 2003 is embedded. Why? Explains Paul JJ Payack, Chairman of the company, “Embedded was the best word to distill the events of an extraordinary year into 8 simple letters.”
And in case you want to know the entire top ten list, here ya go:
Had drinks with a nice Jewish boy from JDate last night. After a couple of rounds, went back to my apartment and hung out till the wee hours of the morning talking and um, uh, stuff. Sounds good right? Now here’s the catch–turns out he’s very recently single, doesn’t know what he wants, and is looking to “date around.” Unfortunately for me, I’m looking for someone who: isn’t a month out of a relationship, knows what he wants, and isn’t looking to “date around.” I guess there are other fish in the sea.
In other dating news–goy comic called yesterday (in the middle of ordering a sandwich at Quiznos, but whatever). Apparently he doesn’t adhere to the rules in Swingers (yay!) or he’s over than that, because he only waited two days to call. Score one for maturity. Woohoo!
Saw 21 Grams last night at the Arclight. Wow. Great story! One of those brought-together-by-accident-type of movies. After the film, we went over to Jerrys for soup–big mistake. They now officially have the worst matzo ball soup (and server) anywhere in LA.
Side note: the best thing about the Arclight–they don’t show commercials, and they only show two trailers. How nice is that?
Goy comic called yesterday, this time from a bathroom (I could hear water running and a toilet flushing.) What the hell? I’m getting a little worried. Anyway, we made plans for a harmless coffee date tonight.
Goy comic coffee-turned-dinner date was pretty uneventful. No chemistry on my part. Don’t think I’ll be seeing him again romantically. But, on the Nice-Jewish-I-Don’t-Know-What-I-Am-Looking-For-Boy front, a second date has been planned. Not sure if this is a good thing or not.
And yeah, I’ll probably end up watching it. Fox’s newest reality show is My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiance debuting on January 19. What could they possibly do now you ask? Since the description is so twisted and ridiculous, here’s the info taken straight from Yahoo:
Enter the first twist: Randi’s not really marrying Steve–but if she can convince her nearest and dearest that she is indeed tying the knot, she’ll win a million dollars. That means going through all the motions–meeting with the wedding planner, enduring a bridal dinner, sitting through a rehearsal dinner and even exchanging “I do’s.”
But even Randi’s not fully in the know–which brings up twist number two. The so-called bride-to-be is under the impression that her faux intended is pulling the same fast one on his family that she is, with the end goal of receiving a cash prize.
In fact, Steve and his “family” are all professional actors, straining their improvisational skills to the limit to keep up with the “real” world action. All of this trickery falls within Fox’s framework for the most intense practical joke ever televised.
Nice-Jewish-I-Don’t-Know-What-I-Am-Looking-For-Boy has now called every night since Sunday, and we even talked for almost two hours last night. What’s up with that? The conversation was going well until he uttered the words, “I met you too soon.” Ugh. Doesn’t timing just suck? We have a date set for this weekend, so we shall see…
