While I haven't posted in ages I was still actively keeping up with some folks here on LJ but now I bid everyone goodbye.  I've had a Dreamwidth account under the same name for ages but I've just imported all my old entires, etc, and I'm outta here for good.

I would like to thank my my over at Fuse 8 for the following video.  I know its just another flash mob but it seems to full of joy that I couldn't resist posting it.  I absolutely love cultures that embrace dancing, especially for men.  Enjoy!

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I am so unspeakably tired from my travels but wouldn't trade the experience for anything.  Got in at 2am this morning and slept for a solid twelve hours today.

During the closing ceremonies (which always make me sad and wistful) I found out that Matt Smith was at Glastonbury last year.  I don't think that I have ever wanted to be a part of ( Read more... )

I took some photos with my cell phone on the walk home on Thursday.  The Conservatory Garden and the hill overlooking the Harlem Meer were rather particularly picturesque.


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It looks like the airfares to LA. have jumped up by $130 in the last 24 hours which sucks.  However,  I just remembered that I have a ton of miles on my Continental account and thought I'd look into redeeming them.  While my dates aren't 100% settled yet, in all likelihood I'LL BE FLYING FIRST CLASS ON A FREE TICKET TO GALLY!

Through a odd chain of events that involves Batman and polar bears I have now been charged with seeing if I can find someone willing to teach toddlers how to swing dance (or at least move to swing music).

Any suggestions?

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and to all a good night!

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I have been meaning to go to the Central Park Pumpkin Sail for years and it looks like this year it's finally going to happen.  I have no excuse now that I live seven blocks from Harlem Meer.

I bought a pumpkin at the grocery store this afternoon and proceeded to carve it with no real idea in mind.  Without a candle inside it looks pretty innocuous ( Read more... )