Thursday Things (and a Meme)

Has anyone ever used these clip on shades? I’m wondering if they will work with the new energy efficient lightbulbs (they’re longer than regular ones).

My sister is moving back to San Diego at the end of the month and is looking to get rid of her mattress and box spring. Does anyone know of a place in LA where she can donate it? Out of the Closet doesn’t take mattresses.
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In dating news, I did not go out with The Brit on Tuesday. Apparently something happened between the time he asked, “Are you free Tuesday?” and Tuesday night. What exactly, I’m not sure, but I’m guessing it involves a certain bus. Of course, a phone call or even a text message would have been nice, but he didn’t even extend that courtesy. (Yes, I left a voicemail making sure he was OK. No, he did not respond.) What an inconsiderate shmo. When I went to bed, I realized I was more annoyed that I got flaked on than I was disappointed that I wasn’t going to see him.

In related news, the music industry guy called me earlier this week and within 30 seconds of talking, managed to mention a friend of a producer’s party in Malibu that he went to last weekend, a band he allegedly reps, and a script he may coordinate music for. He asked me out for dinner next week and for some reason, I said yes even though I have a feeling I’m going to sit there annoyed with him for an hour. I’m guessing it’s not nerves, it’s a need to brag.
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Is anyone else watching The Next Food Network Star? I cringe every time I think about any of the contestants actually getting their own show.

In movie news, I’m back to loving Netflix. I recently watched Hairspray, which I really enjoyed except for John Travolta bugging me to no end. Next up is Devil’s Playground, a documentary about Amish teenagers during Rumspringa. Yes, I’m a documentary junkie.
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Is this not the cutest name ever for a bakery? It’s on 3rd near Crescent Heights so you can bet I’ll be checking it out when it opens.
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Lori tagged me in a meme that says: Write the title of your memoir in six words, post it on your blog, link to the person that tagged you, and tag five more blogs. So, my working title is: Hopefully, someone will avoid The Bus.

Rather than tag five bloggers, I’m going to use this as this week’s question: What would your six word memoir be titled?

17 Comments »

Dawn

June 19th, 2008 | 7:03 am

1. I hate those new-ish energy efficient bulbs. They’re bulky and, not that light bulbs are supposed to be attractive, they’re UGLY. I don’t know about the shade. One would think that the shade would work, since you can barely find any “regular” bulbs anymore.

2. Can I start to hate The Brit, or is it too early still, with a chance of reconciliation?

3. Uh, have fun listening to the music guy at dinner. Bwahahahahaha! (Sorry.)

4. I just added “Devil’s Playground” to my to-get list. Thanks for the tip.

5. Such a cute bakery name!

6. My memoir title: It Could Always Be Worse, Right?

Dori

June 19th, 2008 | 7:58 am

I loved _Devil’s Playground_. I, too, am a doc. junkie and recommend _Will Mr. Smith Ever Get to Washington?_, _Street Fight_, and _The High Cost of Low Price_ (the last one is about Walmart).I also appreciated _Thin_ which is about a treatment center for anorexia, but it’s very upsetting.

Dori

June 19th, 2008 | 7:59 am

Oh, and also a whole series on transgendered college students: _Transgeneration_

H

June 19th, 2008 | 8:25 am

Dawn, it’s safe to say I am no longer interested, so dislike as you may!

Dori, did you see Murderball? It was also excellent!

H

June 19th, 2008 | 8:45 am

And thank you for the suggestions, I have more to add to my queue now!

Amy

June 19th, 2008 | 9:40 am

Those faux fixtures are so cool, I want one!

Lori

June 19th, 2008 | 11:17 am

Thanks for doing my meme!

GeekHiker

June 19th, 2008 | 12:59 pm

What is it with the inconsiderate behaviour in this town? Seriously, it seems to happen for both men and women that the opposite party just feels no need to extend common courtesy. Blergh.

My memoir title? Depends on the day. Today it would be “Oh, crap, not again”, but tomorrow might be something completely different…

stephanie

June 19th, 2008 | 2:41 pm

my memoir title is going to be “you have gotta be fucking kidding”

ella

June 19th, 2008 | 7:25 pm

“The Diary of a Belated Optimist.”

And I’m amazed to be the first to ask this, but — the bakery is looking for pastry chefs and bakers. You *have* applied, haven’t you?

VJ

June 19th, 2008 | 8:00 pm

The title is a always a bit different than the typical meme of a ‘description’/summary in 6 words or less.

‘How did you wind up here?’

And yeah, “I have a feeling I’m going to sit there annoyed with him for an hour”, is almost the description of a near perfect date. Even if you’re married BTW. You can always ask him (eventually), ‘That sounds lovely, do you want to hear about me?’ It might tell you wonders.

I think the clip on shades work best of low wattage bulbs, but I’m not certain if they do florescent ones well. Cheers & Good Luck! ‘VJ’

jami

June 19th, 2008 | 8:19 pm

Ooh, I’ll have to look into Devil’s Playground. I like documentaries, but I’m also kind of fascinated by Rumspringa! (Did you watch that Rumspringa/Real World show a couple of seasons ago?) I have Shut Up & Sing on my queue…

You must be bummed your sis is moving!

Marc

June 20th, 2008 | 8:42 am

The Brit’s a douchebag, and is playing you. He’ll contact you again when he’s gone through the list of women he’s also acting like a douchebag towards.

The “Joe Hollywood” guy is totally nervous and insecure - that’s why he feels the need to brag constantly. Make an effort to steer the conversation towards something non-show biz related. If he continues to brag, then he needs to learn to deal with his insecurities before he should be allowed to date, and you shouldn’t have to listen to his Ari Gold wannabe bullshit anymore.

Dawn

June 23rd, 2008 | 12:22 pm

Hmmmm. It’s after 3pm (EST) on Monday and no Weekend Wrap Up. Odd…. Is everything OK?

Ron

June 23rd, 2008 | 12:35 pm

Six words:

“The whole world’s my comic foil.”

Hilary

June 23rd, 2008 | 12:54 pm

I’m down in SD and will post when I’m back in LA tonight. All is well!

Dawn

June 23rd, 2008 | 1:24 pm

:)

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