The Year In Review: 2011

It's time for a year in review.


The things below have been selected for posting, for No Other Reason than

I wanted people to see them again.

(They were not the most popular posts from the blog.

They were not the most controversial.) They are not even in the right order.

Some of the images did not come out on the second post.
We have our best people working on that.

If you want to look up the original blog post in the archives, you can!

They are both from 2011...


So Happy 1-1-12.

Here 'tis.

Alice

(Known to some as north dallas homegirl.)


Sunday, November 20, 2011
It's So Cold In The D. That's Detroit, Not Dallas.

I am keeping with the Detroit theme for this blog post. See my most recent post.

Thank you to Rafael, my cousin,(he has been mentioned in a previous blog... who hasn't been reading??????????) who alerted me to this video being on Beavis and Butthead...

It's So Cold In The D. By T Baby.


While many have critiqued the poor dancing and rapping skills in the video (at least on You Tube), it is worth noting that T Baby is saying, "how the f*** are we supposed to KEEP PEACE?"

It indicates that she wants to start a dialogue about peace and understanding.

Also ( I am being more serious ) if you watch the video, you will see that some friends or family members have died.
I don't know who has died, but that makes the video disturbing and sad.

And (now I am being less serious )the confusing part of the video is that: No one looks cold!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (too many exclamation marks) I thought it was SO COLD in the D???????????????????????????????? (Question mark overload).

Unrelated News.
I am listening to: a CD from my Human Disease and Pathophysiology textbook.

Yes, it is the
next big hit.

Goodbye,
Alice


Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Get Your Own Margarita

Special ONE TIME ONLY "what's wrong with me" post:

I saw a bunch of people cheating in my class, during a really big test, the other day (the same class where we once dissected a sheep brain). I do not know what they were thinking, but I have a feeling if I were to ask them about it, they would be super casual about it.
At the time I was thinking: so much for all the studying I did. (I could have watched The Bachelorette !)
During the writing of this I am feeling annoyed, but slightly confused.... maybe I am TOO ETHICAL ??
It leaves me feeling mad, and annoyed.

I was going to post this for the fourth of July


but I did not... so, just enjoy one during fourth of July week. If you do not drink, enjoy a LEMONADE.

See her:

(I am not going to tell you who she is. You have to figure it out. See: a recent post of mine, if you like) at the American Airlines Center July 12. The AAC is in Dallas, Tx. Starts at 7 p.m. (Britney will also be there).
Also, there will be some people there that I have not heard of,

Alice
n.d.h.

Posted by alice at 7:58 PM

In 'N Out: The Photostory. And, Middle Sister Wine.

( A side note: Thank you to Jay and D'ninae... hope I spelled your names right, for your contributions to the mailbag. :) I am doing fine. )

Hello,
I visited the In 'N Out burger, located at 7909 LBJ Freeway, at the intersection of Coit and LBJ in Dallas. Their number is (800) 786-1000. It was a Friday afternoon when I visited.

I am doing the blog because there was great Hoopla surrounding the openings of In 'N Outs in Dallas.
My review, after which will follow the Photostory.

The food was decent, the restaurant seemed clean and well taken care of, and the workers were friendly.
I did think the girl who took our orders was overly perky, however, I think everyone is OVERLY PERKY these days. Don't know why.

The name In 'N Out implies that you will literally be, "In And Out" of the restaurant! I was not "In And Out," however it was pretty fast.

It was faster than Taco Bell.

On the way out, I counted at least 9 cars in the Drive-thru lane. Poor them, they were not going to be "In And Out."
This customer looks a little like James Franco. Wow, he really likes that burger!

Cryptically repetitive palm trees. Are all the palm trees red in California?????????????????

Mmmmm, that "quality" was delicious. May I have an order, with a side of onion rings????????????? (Question mark overkill)

Target story!

I was in Target the other day... while walking with my cousin, 29 (he also likes to cruise the aisles of Target), I stumbled upon Middle Sister wine.

I was thinking: it took a clever, savvy wine girl to think of that name! I am not even sure if it is an excellent name.
I am even less sure of whether or not it is a good wine.
However, I am mentioning it anyway.

But, I asked my cousin (he has been mentioned in previous blogs, Rafael) in the aisle: What about the Younger Sister??

To which he replied, "The younger sister already gets enough attention."
Haha.

You can learn more about the wine and their history. It really was started by a middle sister.

I always feel like I MUST say something, about music.

The song "5 O'Clock in the Morning," by T Pain, Lilly Allen, and somebody else who is unimportant, caught my attention.

I looked up the lyrics.

I like Lilly Allen... I was a big fan of her first album.
But, after you read the lyrics you will see.

This is a very depressing song. Lilly is waiting in the bed all alone??????

Very disturbing.

Goodbye.
Stay perky.

Alice

(north dallas homegirl)

Yuletide Greetings

Think of this as a
"virtual Christmas Card."

That long-lost friend who did not send you a card this year (how dare they forget???????????)... Just print out these words and write their name at the bottom.

You have my permission.

Merry Christmas. If you don't celebrate christmas, Happy Holidays!

Go, and check out The Magnet Project (To the right, on this page.) Tell your family members and friends visiting today, about The Magnet Project.

North Dallas Santa.

Are The Holidays Stressing You Out? Don't Burst My Bell (Jingle Bell That Is)

hi,

I was driving
earlier today.

At a light, it took me longer to go when the light turned green, than some of the other cars. Instead of what would have happened had I used my: Ninja like reflexes, it took me two seconds...

Before that could happen,
The driver of the car behind me, which was a sickly beige:

honked her horn...
Not just honked, more like annoyingly blared on her horn with a
Bah-humbug threat.

It was on the service drive of Interstate 635.

IN conclusion...

I ask everyone, are the Holidays Stressing You Out???

If they are, or even if you are finding yourself with a lot of holiday-stressed people around you... just do what I do.

Ignote the grouchiness. Yes, IGNORE. IGNORE...

Normally I would not advocate this type of behavior, which is shockingly similar to the "Ignorance Is Bliss" thought process.

But, now... It works.

Distract yourself with "other" things... think about what YOU are trying to complete that day... but, by all means

IGNORE. Ignorance is Bliss.

And, if you are stressed out because you did not purchase the last remaining "G.I. Joe" doll, or because... Santa thinks you're naughty,

don't tell me.

No one, except your mom, and possibly your "Bff", wants to hear it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Too many naughty exclamation marks).

Listening to: a CD that I found (it contains various hits ...) that I made in 2003.



Nitey nite...
Alice

(north dallas homegirl)

Jingle Bells...

Jingle Bells... Jingle Bells...

Jingle all the way.

Uh...
You caught me singing!

Even though I am not very Christmas-y...

Hope you enjoy the image above. It is from Google Images.


Give Love. Peace. Hope. And Luck.

goodbye,

alice
north dallas ho-ho-ho! homegirl


(Whatever that means.)

Did Video Really Kill The Radio Star ?

Here is a video I thought you would enjoy (it has all kinds of advice & the song is "spoken" by actor Baz Luhrmann. It was posted on You Tube on June 9, 2010):

I learned about the song because it was on my friend Gloria's blog. Also, her blog is very interesting so please look it up.

A few posts back, I posted a link to a web site that helps women "Reboot" their lives.
I realized I did not share how I want to "Reboot" my life. So here it is. I would like to REBOOT, by:
1.) Studying. I want to re-prioritize until I have time to devote to studying... and more studying.
2.) Friends. I want to ensure I am making time for my friends when they need it. And also, making new ones.
The original site for "Rebooting Your Life" seems to have been taken down. (???) The site was started by Heather Catania. However, here is the link to the facebook page. Check out the "Info" section for the helpful scoop on what she does.


Also, thank you to Jacob R. Smilovitz, a University of Michigan student... I often receive requests for money from the University of Michigan. The only reason I read this one is because it discussed The Michigan Daily, which is the student newspaper.

The Michigan Daily and the University of Michigan are asking for money to help fund the work study program. It is a valid cause, and, I did not even know this existed when I was working at the Daily (1995-1997)!
However...
since my plan to become a competitively paid journalist did not exactly come to fruition, I am donating 0.00 to help fund the work study program. Jacob Reed Smilovitz, please take me off your mailing list.

Listening to: CD from Human Disease and Pathophysiology textbook. However, now I am on chapter 13 !

Goodbye...

Alice

north dallas homegirl

Catch Me If You Can Gentle Reader

I will be running the half...13.1 miles...of the Dallas White Rock Marathon today.


Yay.

Or



Uh-oh.


Yours in Crazy Runnerland,

Alice

north dallas homegirl

If You Have A Suggestion, Leave It In My Box

If
you have a suggestion...
please leave it in my
"Employee Suggestion Box."

I am hearing chatter... I will not divulge my source or sources...
about this can't miss band.

Why don't you seek them out?? Or, give them a try on your Clock Radio (Is this a fading item?)??

yours truly!
Alice

north dallas homegirl

The Stone Roses Are Here to Invade

It is my second attempt at posting this.
Here is the video for "I am The Resurrection" by The Stone Roses.


I did not know about them until Rafael, my cousin, enlightened me. I must be out of the loop. AGAIN!!

They are a band from Manchester, England, and popular in the early 90s, I think. The main singer has a cool voice, which gives me shivers! Pretty exciting, I know...

If you go shopping... May The Force Be With You.

The End
Alice

or

n.d.h.

Just Think Of A Title Yourself. And Here Are The Stone Roses

I will do more. However, here is a video of The Stone Roses (See next post).

Also, my cousin Rafael, 29,--he has all the hot news-- told me that Insane Clown Posse has changed their style and is trying to be "family friendly."

I am thinking, when did that happen??????????????????? (question mark barrage).

Alice

It's So Cold In The D. That's Detroit, Not Dallas.

I am keeping with the Detroit theme for this blog post. See my most recent post.

Thank you to Rafael, my cousin,(he has been mentioned in a previous blog... who hasn't been reading??????????) who alerted me to this video being on Beavis and Butthead...

It's So Cold In The D. By T-Baby.


While many have critiqued the poor dancing and rapping skills in the video (at least on You Tube), it is worth noting that T Baby is saying, "how the f*** are we supposed to KEEP PEACE?"

It indicates that she wants to start a dialogue about peace and understanding.

Also ( I am being more serious ) if you watch the video, you will see that some friends or family members have died.
I don't know who has died, but that makes the video disturbing and sad.

And (now I am being less serious )the confusing part of the video is that: No one looks cold!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (too many exclamation marks) I thought it was SO COLD in the D???????????????????????????????? (question mark overload).

Unrelated News.
I am listening to: a CD from my Human Disease and Pathophysiology textbook.

Yes, it is the
next big hit.

Goodbye,
Alice

(north dallas homegirl)

You Would Have To Be Silly To Dis Detroit

Despite the fact that I am North Dallas homegirl, I hail from Detroit, Michigan.

Don't Dis Detroit.
Sadly: Former Detroit mayor

Kwame Kilpatrick has bought a home in Grand Prairie, Texas, which, according to the Dallas Morning News, is setting him back $309,950.00.
Since he is supposed to be currently paying back the city of Detroit... which needs all the help it can get... he is definitely living above his means.
I would have harsher words for Kwame, but I believe he is punished enough by the city he is now living in. Enjoy the lifeless Grand Prairie, Kwame!

And, Kwame, how did you find a house for $309,950.00???????? In Grand Prairie??????

If you really want to help Detroit, go to a beautiful web site and purchase a T shirt. It was started by University of Michigan alums. Yay, go blue and Go "Mighty" Detroit.

The "Help the Homeless" Run was held Saturday Nov. 12 in Dallas...
My, my, my. There was not a huge turnout this year. I am wondering what kept people in their cozy homes and away from being a part of this event????????????????????????????? (Too many question marks).

The End.
Please click on The Magnet Project ... the link is on the right-hand column.

Alice
(ndh)

Gasp. I Like a Kelly Clarkson Song. And, Is That A Grande Or Venti ?

Howdy, fine readers and GENTLE readers:


Much to my disbelief, I really like a Kelly Clarkson song. I am waiting for the alarm to subside.
As I just
discovered,
it is called Mr. Know It All.

I can't help emitting a subtle "Yeah! YOU GO GIRL," When she states, "That's Why I'm Leaving You Lonely, Lonely."
THEN I say, "Yeah! SING IT, KELLY!!" until whoever is around me stops staring at me.

Perhaps I Am Becoming Anti Starbucks

I visited a Starbucks store today.
I have not been there in a while... (In fact, Starbucks is not what it was in its heyday of 1997 or 1998.)

Ha ha. The picture is not really from Starbucks.

I paid $4.60 for a medium drink. Pretty high for a silly little "iced coffee."

So I will just address the store directly. Starbucks: you seem to be the last "refuge" for people who want desperately to look cool while on a laptop.

Also, a bunch of people were chatting in separate intimate conversations.
I could not tell if they were ACTUALLY doing something important, or if they each were lucky enough to have the glow of looking cool.

As I zig zagged through the outdoor tables, not making eye contact on purpose (I wasn't one of them!), I found myself thinking, "am I now Anti Starbucks?" I am not sure.
But, at least I know how to say "grande" and "venti."

Coldplay has a new album. Please buy, or expect future reprimands.
Goodbye,

Alice

or, north dallas homegirl

My Poor Face, And God Bless Jessica Simpson's Poor Child

It's Wednesday, and that mean's it's time for some wildly unimportant news.

Jessica Simpson is pregnant.

God bless that poor child.

Part 1. Am I Too Culturally Sensitive
The following is not meant to offend anyone. But, as usual, I tell it like it is.

I stopped at a nail salon today. My intention was to mostly get EYEBROWS waxed. The salon is called "Envy." It is on Preston Road in lovely Dallas.
"Tina" did the waxing, if you can call it that. She had a strong accent and not a firm grasp of the English language.

Not only did I get the eyebrows and one other area that I wanted waxed... Tina poured wax on the lower half of my face... places where I do not even have hair.. she created a thick wall of wax, like an unnecessary TORTUROUS mask.

We were having a small conversation (am I married? No) and for some reason I was afraid of offending her, or maybe of being a self-righteous english speaker. If not, I would have sat up on the uncomfortable waxing table, pointed at my face, and said "NO! Don't Wax Here!" (Followed by me pointing).
"WAX HERE!" (Please visualize me pointing again). Maybe that would have made a better blog post !!
Darn my cultural sensitivity.
Also: during my trip to the nail salon, I overheard a woman... possibly in her late 30s, I am being generous, and with very big hair... speaking about a guy she met online who ended up blowing her off. Apparently they "went on a couple dates" then they "texted" and then all of a sudden he was nowhere to be found. According to the Big-Haired Blabber, she texted him on Friday, then on the following Sunday, he wrote or contacted her and said,

"I got my phone wet on Friday. I am just going through all of the messages now."

Despite the annoying big hair, I found myself being mildly (and I emphasize "mildly") sympathetic. Why is this such common behavior for some men? Do guys have a disturbing handbook called The Art Of The Perfect Blowoff?

More to the point, WHO GETS THEIR PHONE WET ?
Well the above was a true story.

Check out this blog by Stephanie Klein.

Believe it or not, Young Readers... her blog was the first inspiration for me to start blogging.


Stay loose. Stay Hungry and Stay Foolish,

Alice
or

n.d.h.

Just the other day

Just the other day.
My cousin, Rafael, age 29, a fan of the blog, said something interesting and blog-worthy.

"Can you spontaneously rap?"

I pondered for a minute, then said,

"No, Not really!"

I don't know where the "not really" came from.

Actually, I cannot spontaneously rap AT ALL.

I viewed a movie recently, called Margin Call.See this movie. The movie shows how a large Wall St. firm falls to its grave.

My
Summary: I like movies that encourage you to think. If actor Paul Bettany isn't enough... just go see the movie because you will have something new to think about.

Yours Truly,
(and please please check out THE MAGNET PROJECT ).

Alice

(ndh)

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Reboot? Start Over? Go Ahead. What You Need Is An Intervention Girl

--Preface--

This link is good for rejuvenating your life ( I have not figured out all it's uses yet, however, I know that women have many reasons for wanting to REBOOT their lives... therefore I am sharing. REBOOT Away.) Kick Ass Here.

goodnight.. may you worship Kim Kardashian.

(NO, please don't.)

Alice

... ndh

From "Reality Show" To Reality Blog.

As a self sacrificing gesture to the readers of the blog,

I attended the Casting Call for The Real World, season 27 in Dallas.

News 2 You: The blog is really a Reality Blog.

In light of that... I am posting a picture from the Casting Call today at a local "Hooters." I secretly and sleuthfully took this picture :

The picture was skillfully taken about 10:30 a.m. The girl in the blue dress told me, "I'm not doing this!!!!!!!!!! I just came with a friend."
It is totally fine, to NOT try out for the Real World ... as I said, I did it as an experiment for the blog ... but why was she wearing that dress?
The restaurant was not even open.
She could not even get some wings.

Another fun photo...
At the Guadalajara, Mexico, airport:
your choices to eat are the Very American ... California Pizza Kitchen, and next to it, Johnny Rocket's.
Something does not compute.


Yours truly, if you read this blog,

(Also, more to come...)

Alice
(ndh)

A Series Of Sentences, Which Will Allow You To Have A Fretful Amount Of: Fun

My preface is please do not forget to go to The Magnet Project. It is my 'other' page, which raises awareness about homelessness.
It is also located on the right hand column of the page.

Hello:

A Thrilling Update from the file, My Traveling News: I recently traveled to Mexico and as such, was required to pass through security at the Dallas airport.

While there, I was required to pass through the Explosive Detecting Booth (My words, not the Transportation Security Administration's)... which looks both scary and disconcerting.

As I stood awkwardly in the contraption, a jovial T.S.A. agent, who was in his 30s, instructed me to: "Put your hands up like a:


ballerina."
It just made me feel more awkward. I am wondering if it is the T.S.A. agent's favorite line, and if he uses it 700 times a day.

In other news... I visited a restaurant in Guadalajara, Mexico. I was in a large group. We had an over-attentive waiter:

His name is Abraham. Due to his waiter-ing skills, he even took away a couple of items that I STILL NEEDED.
However, he let me take his picture... and laughed when I said I would not post the picture on facebook.

Finally... last Saturday (the 8th) was the big University of Texas / University of Oklahoma football game. As evidence, witness the skating rink at the Galleria mall in Dallas :

(Kids, skate over the team you hate the most!!!! Don't skate over the other team.).
Every year I go through the same thing. Should I pretend like I care???
While not a difficult decision, this year I decided not to care too much about EITHER team.

While I saw ... to my dissatisfaction, mobs wandering proudly in their school colors, I was not a big fan of either mob.

In Music Highlights... I am re-visiting a Beyonce classic album, the one which contains "Crazy In Love."

Goodnight,
Have a "badass" night ...

Alice, or (n.d.h.)

Foster The People And Foster Your Love For This Blog. Thanks...Gentle Readers

GENTLE READERS:

Part 1."Sinkie" news.

I first reported HERE about an African man who works at an area Chevron who was also speaking Spanish one day (BTW ... I was only making the point that it was a little unexpected that he quickly said "veinte en once," or "$20 on Pump 11," not saying he was not smart or could not learn)...
Well, ANYWAY, I stopped at the same Chevron recently and saw "Sinkie" again (he is probably in his 60s). (Picture to come!).
I asked if he spoke Spanish... he shook his head: Sadly, no he does not. But, Sinkie said he knows the basics. He said he is from Ethiopia, and, asked if I knew where that was. I said yes. Because I go there regularly.

Part 2.
I recently mumbled about this band. Here they are seen, sitting: Indian Style

Foster The People.

I just found out as of late, the song that I wrote about liking, "Pumped Up Kicks," is actually about a shooting rampage.

While this greatly bugs some, and sticks in their craw or craws, I think the group from Los Angeles did it to Foster Understanding.

Part 3.You may go to this hot, and sweaty group of concerts.

I am sorry for my tardiness in talking about this. Austin City Limits Music Festival was held, I think, on Sept. 16, 17, and 18. I did not go, but Eckhart, a "random guy I know," went to the festival.
Some musical acts that he witnessed were Foster The People (again!), Kanye West, and Stevie Wonder. He said that Stevie Wonder seemed like he was getting annoyed at the crowd, for not singing along.

Part 4.
The author of the book, "North Dallas Forty"Peter Gent, has just died recently. While Peter Gent was obviously way ahead of me in using North Dallas as a theme... that annoys me a little... you should still check out the book, circa 1973.

Part 5.

There is now a Selena stamp.

I think it is a new issue for 2011...

YAY! And I mean this,for real.

goodbye,
Alice

Here is a poem I saw on a documentary while on vacation, in 2008:

Calm Down
What Happens
Happens Mostly
Without You.

Author Unknown.

A Classic Post

Dear All,
Here is my very first blog post.

A review of Black Tie Dynasty (Now defunct?? Not really sure) at a place in Austin, The Parish.

I am highly embarrassed at my use of the word "fave" and shortening the word definitely to "def."

Thank you, to my 2 readers

in Morocco.

Alice

(ndh)

Thursday, July 26, 2007

Black Tie Dynasty at The Parish


Okay, typing this for the third time...

"Cory Watson's hot," someone shouted during Black Tie Dynasty's set at The Parish July 21 on Sixth Street in Austin. I believe dees ees called stating the obvious.

There was nothing unusual about BTD's set in Austin--except for how few people were there. There was a good crowd--its' not like the place was bare--just not as many as there would have been at a Dallas show. Where's the love, Austinites????????? Cory, Brian, Blake and Eddie put on a good show. Not bad for a band that grew out of humble beginnings at a Lewisville sports bar. They had a few core fans in the front (incl. me) screaming their asses off; they also had some cool-looking fans in the back just taking it all in.

The crowd was a good mix--both trendy Austinites and preppy-looking guys and gals made an appearance. Hal Samples was snapping individual and group photos which he later put on his web site.

Back to the show: the band played mostly songs from their latest album, "Movements." Blake McWhorter played bass like there was no tomorrow. Most fans in the front seemed like longtime fans who had come specifically for the show. The ones in the back had yet to know BTD's greatness.

Shanghai 5, who went on right before BTD, had a few good songs. I had never seen them before. Their music was sort of fun, blues-y and ballad-y all at once. I took a business card with their myspace page on it but was too cheap to buy the album.

The Tah Dahs, who went on right before Shanghai 5, were goofy and silly. I don't remember too much about the act itself--I was too busy looking at lead singer Roy Ivy's sexy chest.

I had a blast at the show--my fave cut during BTD's set was "Tender." I would def. visit The Parish again--its a great place to worship your favorite artist.

NDH

Your Journey Without North Dallas Homegirl Is About To End

Greetings to all you

gullible folk:


I was driving in Richardson recently (fine metropolis, outside Dallas).

As I staked my presence in the left turn lane, I noticed a BLINKING YELLOW ARROW.


Call
me
innocent.
I had never seen this before.

At first I stared, thinking, "What the heck???????????????????" or more aptly, "WTF."

The other "Richardson-ites" driving nearby seemed to be used to it.

I decided it was probably just a Dumb Richardson Thing.

I am enjoying a song called " Pumped Up Kicks " by Foster the People. Check them Out..
Too bad, for the longest time I thought I was listening to "Punked Up Kids"... and, hearing the band's name on the radio, I once thought they were called SPONSOR THE PEOPLE.

Do not ask me WHY.

I am impressed that a man named "Sinkie" who appears to be African and works at the Chevron on Marsh Lane and Spring Valley, in Dallas, speaks Spanish. The other day I witnessed him speaking Spanish to a Mexican customer.

I was buying a Pepsi!

Yours in Observation Land,

Alice

n.d.h.

A Bunch of New, Which Looks Like The Same Old, Same Old

Hello:
I have deleted a post, due to my own wishes and desire. However, don't underestimate me.

A "startling" question of the day:


HAS KID ROCK (real name, Bob Ritchie) TURNED INTO A PREP ???

My Kid Rock facts...I used to like his early stuff, because he is from Detroit. However he is actually from Romeo, Michigan... where he made his first appearance on January 17, 1971. I am sorry but it is nowhere near the ghetto.

I saw a recent appearance of Cobra Starship. I believe it was on Jay Leno. The lead singer girl (I don't know the name) was wearing a weird orange jumpsuit, with a BLACK BRA underneath.

I went up close to the television... and stared at the tragedy in AWE.
As the lead singer of a popular band, I was surprised she could not think of ... anything better to wear...
Yours Truly,
Alice

(n.d.h.)

For Guacamole Lovers

Gentle Readers,

The following restaurant is a good place to eat: I used to eat here in college. However... I do not know if they don't know how to market to the Hispanic community, or what ...

On their menu, there is a product called "avocado spread."

I hate to tell them, but the spreadable product made from this:

is actually called Guacamole. Que rico!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (Too many exclamation marks...)

goodnight
Alice
Your Favorite, Observant Blogger

n.d.h.

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'Massage Test' at LUSH, An Ugly Dress Sighting at Northpark, And Are You Cool Enough for 5 Deuces?

I recently visited this store. I am a fan of this store, and have loved their products for a while. I still do:

On my recent trip, I asked about working there during the Christmas season. "A" (a girl) proceeded to tell me about their new massage bars ( it is like a soap, only it is supposed to release oils or something unique as it is massaged into your skin). She gave me a lengthy arm massage as she demonstrated the massage bars, and then asked me, "now, would you feel comfortable doing the same thing on me???????????"
I said yes. However, I was actually thinking, are excellent arm-massage skills vital to working at a British Columbia-based retailer that sells high-priced soap?

It was hard to effectively massage her arm because she had a million bright tattoos of hearts, and the like. After the 'massage' she gave me a very sad look... obviously she did not approve of my massage skills, meaning that obviously I am not Lush material.
While only minorly scarring, I am sure the whole thing was slightly uncomfortable for anyone watching.

Part II...
I visited the "new" H and M, which contained a flurry of obssessive shoppers, and rude cashiers.

Part 3:
Also at Northpark, I witnessed a woman walking out of Urban Outfitters, possibly with her boyfriend, wearing an unattractive blue dress. The dress was weirdly ordered and partially open in the back, revealing part of her lower back. Kind of similar to: an odd beach cover up. The dress was only slightly showing her back, but I think she really wanted to be wearing a dress like this:


Part 4:
Can You Get Into 5 Deuces?...
Apparently there is a new club opening in Dallas called "5 Deuces." However, the way it is written is "Deu5h." Whatever that means.

You may view a portion of their site, which explains how to get in: do not go to this cheesy club.
Once you visit the site, you will further understand that: not only do they have a strange, dare I say "slutty-looking" model on their web site (which is supposed to make you WANT to go to the club), but any interested candidates are required to send a "photo/bio" in order to be considered a 5 Deuces partygoer. What kind of a "bio"?? I have a feeling they don't care if you went to Harvard.

When I called 786-529-Club, I heard an advisement to leave a message if one is having trouble with their "code."

After that, a man with a very scary voice advises innocent callers, "You Will Not Get Into The Club This Way!!!!!!!!!!!! Please go to the web site."

Darn.
Keep listening to whatever u like,
Yours Truly,

Alice

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Useless Photo Of Kenny Loggins

(More to come on a recent trip to Northpark Mall SOON...)

A USELESS PHOTO of KENNY LOGGINS


(I do not own this album!)

Bathroom Art of the Night, which sparked the useless photo of Kenny Loggins:

I was at EntertainMART tonight, perusing the vinyl area. When I stopped in the bathroom (yes, they do have bathrooms there), there was a large image of DAVID BOWIE on the wall. It was inside the stall.
Not only was there a transfixing image of D. Bowie, but some person or employee had, in a frolic-y way, pasted these words onto the Glam rocker's lips:

"Who Dat?
Who Dat?
Who Dat?
Kenny Loggins!"

I wonder, was the employee or jokester just thinking of Kenny Loggins, or... was it KENNY LOGGINS himself who posted the mischievous words.

Just for more "Good" times, here is a:

USELESS PICTURE OF DAVID BOWIE


yours in EntertainMART heaven,

Alice
n.d.h.
My car does NOT have a sticker that says : "Don't Let The Car Fool You. My Real Treasure Is In Heaven"

A Useless Skateboarder Picture...July 2011

A Useless Skateboarder Picture


Taken in Ensenada, Baja California. July 2011

Both of these skateboarders were trying to skate down some steps at an outdoor mall.

They were glad to have their picture taken.

After I took their picture, they asked me what I did, and if I was a student.

I said yes.

Continue to check out "The Magnet Project"... a project to help the homeless...the link to the facebook page is located on this page.
Alice
n.d.h.

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Before You Retire To Bed, Catch Up On All My Old Posts

Answering a question from The Mailbag today,
The questions was, "Alice, where do you get all of your images of musicians when they were younger?"
A: Jay: I get most of my images from here, google don't doodle.

As you will soon find, you may google pathetic pictures of almost anybody on here.

Very enjoyable.

If you like comics, and have no trouble with a Spanish blog... (english version coming soon), please view Rafael's blog. Do it now...



I will magically appear soon with...

scintillating

words,
Alice

the original n.d.h. (do not ask me where this came from!!!!!!!!!!!!!)

See Kesha, Just Do Not Copy The Blue Lipstick

(I will have more soon)


Kesha ( I have heard she does not take showers, and I hope she takes one before the show...) will be in Dallas, Aug. 4 at Gexa Energy Pavilion...
Tickets on stubhub.com ranged from 58.00 to 168.00...


this photo was taken obviously in her nerdy and or "bad hair" phase... it is from Brentwood high school in California... supposedly it was taken in 1995, however Wikipedia states that she is much younger...

Go see Ke$ha Rose Sebert. Then party in your "gold Trans Am"... as it states in one of her songs.

yours truly
Alice

(NDH)

Cool Like Dat

(Disclaimer: The following post is not a huge homage to music site "Gorilla versus Bear" since I do not go to the site very often... it is more sort of an odd obligation).


Hello,
I feel obligated to do this post out of a mysterious love for Digable Planets. Way back when, "Cool Like Dat," was, ahem, played...over and over on a cassette tape by me in my room.
There was a large concert two weekends ago in Dallas, at the Granada Theatre, called the "Gorilla vs Bear festival." Some of the bands on the ticket were: White Denim, Shabazz Palaces, and Preteen Zenith (with a dude from Polyphonic Spree and Tripping Daisy). I am sorry for the tardiness of this post.

You cannot go to the concert, but you may still download the songs if you like!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So back to: what the heck happened to Digable Planets??
Shabazz Palaces features a dude named Ishmael Butler, of Digable Planets. The site pitchfork.com calls Shabazz Palaces an "enigmatic Seattle avant-rap project." Whatever that is supposed to mean. (I do not know what happened to the girl with the cool voice from Digable Planets, so don't ask me). Here is ishmael.
as you can see he's STILL Cool Like Dat.

Yours in digable planets land,

Alice

(north dallas homegirl).
Why did they call it gorilla vs. bear?

Are you experiencing withdrawal? Then go see "Terri"

I viewed a movie recently named "Terri." I was forced to drive to Plano in order to see it. Here is the link to IMDB site:

See this movie.

It stars Jacob Wysocki and Olivia Crocicchia (I had never heard of her... she plays the sad yet "slightly slutty" high school girl). During certain parts of the movie, I felt myself cringing out of embarassment or sadness for the characters.

Those who do not like "artsy" movies may say the movie is too slow or lacking action and adventure. However, this armchair reviewer found it a treat... it was an emotional roller coaster, in a good way.


Never fear.

Please do not display symptoms of n.d.h. withdrawal...
North Dallas Homegirl will return shortly ! I have gone out of town but will return soon with oodles of observations.

Alice
(popcorn eater, and n.d.h.)

DEVO LICIOUS

While researching something for my toastmaster's club (yay. not joking) ... I found a web site for Devo fans.... yes, you know Devo, the same people who selflessly brought you "Whip It Good.":
devo 4 you


nobody can resist Devo...
I've seen some weird fashions lately....
Alice
(or n.d.h.)
(I really am n.d.h. because I am living at home for a little while again...)

You Keep Pushing Me Over The ... Borderline

Borders is GONE...
I am saddened not only because I worked there at one time.
It's the end of an era ... without generalizing too much, the theme of the moment seems to be for people to read and buy books
less
and...
less..
of course there is plenty to say.
But, I am limiting today to: what is wrong with REAL BOOKS ???????
here is a photo I supremely borrowed from the Wall Street Journal site. I think that this Borders is in California:


Remember kids:

reading ACTUAL BOOKS is the only way to become "booksmart."

A friend told me in an e-mail about "Jurassic 5", the hip hop group. I had never heard of them... thus I am out of the loop!
However I did look them up on Google Images, and maybe they will be dinosaur-ishly fantastic after I hear their music.
yours,

Alice

"Next time you get pulled over, could you pull off the road, please, ma'am?"

I was pulled over the other day.
Just for an expired registration.
however, I am choosing to call it the Saga With The Nice Officer.
briefly,
When the officer (his name was Silvestriz, I did not get a first name) came to my car, he asked, "next time you get pulled over, could you pull into a parking lot, ma'am??" This was funny moment #1.
I know cops get really agitated if you do not pull over right away, after they target you. That is partly why I made the decision to stop on the road. The other reason is that I see police cars and officers ALL THE TIME that are parked in awkward ways, obstructing traffic. Or I see officers that are having a nonchalant discussion in the middle of chaotic and very fast moving traffic. Since I was pulled to the side on a very low traffic road, I did not think he would mind...
After I sat in dramatic suspense for what felt like 2 hours in 100 degree heat in my car, officer Silvestriz returned and said "I'm giving you a citation, but I'm going to tell you how to get out of it." This was funny moment #2. (NOTE: He did explain how to get out of it, but he seemed a little blurry on some of the details).

I pleaded, "Can't you just give me a warning?" But Silvestriz noted, "THERE ARE NO WARNINGS IN DALLAS." At this point I looked at his Tazer Gun. Hmmmmmmmmmmm, I did not GET THE MEMO on that one.

There was a strange moment at the end where I didn't know whether to say "thank you" for telling me how to get out of the ticket, or just drive off in a heat stricken state. So I mumbled, "thanks."
I leave you with a commentary on a very weird e-mail I received today. The address listed at the bottom was a marketing place in Carson City, Nevada. The following was in the subject line:
"Have you suffered DVT, PE or Stroke while using Birth Control?" (Wow, those are all really serious! ... I'd better call my lawyer ASAP... but wait, if I'm dead from a pulmonary embolism , I guess I can't call. RATS.)

"Rev. Run" from Run DMC's son is a rapper. I have just been "notified" of this today. Here is his disturbing picture (Diggy Simmons):

He is like 11, or something close to that. I will let YOU decide if you want to download the latest album. But do NOT tell me about it...
yours UN-WARMLY,

Alice

(n.d.h.)

I Am Not Sure Why I Am Writing This...

Foxy readers:

The heat is making things BLURRY. Since I do not have an exciting life of non stop fun, shopping and turning down offers from _______________(YOU PRINT AND FILL IN FAMOUS NON-REHAB and AVAILABLE ACTOR HERE) I have to blog about this:
The awkward line moment:
I was in line at the:


when all of a sudden! there was a large, bordering on obese woman in front of me in a motorized scooter and with an oxygen tank.
While I did not get an excellent look at the O2, I did see the oxygen was either strapped to her back or to the back of the "motorized scooter."
I was trying to bide my time looking at the many movie selections, not the least of which was "Bad Teacher"...
the "oxygen tank moviegoer", wearing a plaid shirt, was taking her sweet time... and my movie was going to start... she was probably going to run out of O2... if she did not hurry up..
So I asked the sickly moviegoer, "ma'am, are you in line, or just looking???" She responded, "I'm in line," with a huge Texas accent.
A couple of people nearby looked on in awe, seemingly not believing that I had just SPOKEN to the "oxygen mistress"...
also, I purchased a shampoo that is called "Rehab" from a store called Lush... at the register, I got drawn into a conversation with a Lush employee and felt like I had to explain why I was buying it, so I said, "I don't wash my hair enough, and it needs Rehab."

from the hottest place on earth,

Alice (n.d.h.)

Get Your Own Margarita

special ONE TIME ONLY "what's wrong with me" post:

I saw a bunch of people cheating in my class, during a really big test, the other day (the same class where we once dissected a sheep brain). I do not know what they were thinking, but I have a feeling if I were to ask them about it, they would be super casual about it.
At the time I was thinking: so much for all the studying I did. (I could have watched The Bachelorette !)
During the writing of this I am feeling annoyed, but slightly confused.... maybe I am TOO ETHICAL ??
It leaves me feeling mad, and annoyed.

i was going to post this for the fourth of July
but I did not... so, just enjoy one during fourth of July week. If you do not drink, enjoy a LEMONADE.
See her:
(I am not going to tell you who she is. You have to figure it out. See: a recent post of mine, if you like) at the American Airlines Center July 12. The AAC is in Dallas, Tx. Starts at 7 p.m. (Britney will also be there).
Also, there will be some people there that I have not heard of,

Alice
n.d.h.

Is Fry's Electronics Freaky or Friendly

hi gentle readers,
I was called for an interview (it was a cashier position) here:

The first time someone called me, she did not leave a message, I only found out it was FRY's because I called back...when I asked to reschedule my interview ( gasp ) because of a TEST, the manager I spoke to was Fried and Frazzled, and by this, I mean also rude...when I went for the interview I was told there is no such thing as "rescheduling" an interview... ALL OF THIS leaves me not fretting about their freakiness...right now they are not Fry tastic ... also, an open letter to John Fry, CEO: why only pay your cashiers $7.25 an hour ? That is too FRUGAL.
Honestly, I thought the minimum wage was $8. I should google that...

IN OTHER NEWS:

is a site that is sort of a helpful blog clearinghouse.
I found it on my friend Gloria's web site. I did not know what it was, and since then I have been meaning to post.

Also, Oreos have a new "Berry Ice cream" or something similar flavor:


I could not decide whether they looked
gross
or
delicious.

your berry berrylicious blogger,

Alice

ndh

it's just a public service

I voted in Quick! dallas fort worth's "swimsuit competition" DO NOT ASK Why. i am still clueless.
So, if you would like to vote, go here: do not pick a cheeseball or the girl who is a bikini designer
You must log in and create an account. The voting ends TOMORROW at midnight.


just so you know what it's about, here are two examples of people who are on the site: (I am just exemplifying, with cheesiness... use your best judgement as to who looks best in Lycra).
I voted for someone named Zack Istre. i did not vote for a girl...they were too cheesy. I am not being MEAN, I just could not find a good one.

well, you get the idea. do not hate me for being the blogger.

Alice
(n d h)

back to supply you with random, needless thoughts

* Please click on THE MAGNET PROJECT

Have You Checked Your Blood Pressure Lately? Disclaimer: This is Kind of Gross

The other day I was in Anatomy class.

The professor had dissected part of a sheep brain and left it on the table for us to look at while he was speaking.

The specimen was a few inches from me. I just kept thinking that it was such an awkward feeling moment. But, it was not a moment, it was about 2 hours. Then I was thinking:

welcome to anatomy class!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For lack of much time and because I am a Lazy Blogger, I am just going to put up a picture and hope it takes up a lot of space.

I recently got their album (the Strokes):

Their new album came out in March. Do not ask me why I hesitated 3 months or so to buy it.

So far I have only listened to a small portion, but it's just as much frolicking fun as their past albums.

(be sure to check out the Strokes news on the right!)
While you are reading all of my past blog posts, I am going to go.
don't become INTEXTICATED

alice

Are You Beefy Cut or "BF Cut"?

Friday stuff for you:

I saw a license plate today. It said:
"B F C U T."

It was screaming itself from the back of a brown-ish Lexus or something similar. I was driving downtown.

I stared and stared, in awe. Almost crashing into the DART riders pleasantly waiting nearby.

I deduced it must mean "Beefy Cutie." However this may be wrong.

In any case, the person who was driving must think they are a huge stud... or at least a "Beefy Treat"...
It was about 5:21 p.m.


also, I just purchased nicki minaj CD. I did not even know what it was called when I went to Target... feeling silly, I asked for help and then found it.
now I can listen to her:

every day. I think this is an old picture. It is also a WEIRD picture of her. Her real name: Onika Maraj. what was wrong with that name?

ttfn,

Alice
n.d.h.

the dancers above

the dancers above....
i took this picture at The Firefly Run in Plano,TX June 4.
while it seems blurry, the dancers were actually wearing illuminated light suits.

it was after the run.

taken with a Polaroid.
Alice
& your favorite blogger

Am I Already on Your "Must Read" List ?

FRIDAY things you must note:

I noticed a man at the corner of Colorado and Lancaster in Oak Cliff (in Dallas) recently.

Despite his AMISH looking appearance, a beard and a strange hat, he spoke Spanish. He was selling a bunch of "items." However, his "store" did not have a name. (The AMISH-like man, who said his name was "Angousha," said he did not hang a sign for his store because he sold everything too quickly !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!)... NDH's tip: Maybe you should look for any recently stolen items here.
In a matter of a nanominute, he offered me the following items: a coffee table for $5, a large, useless mirror for $15, a box of mouthwash for $6 (this was actually a BARGAIN because it contained 6 individual bottles), and an iPAD (32 Gb's !!!!!!!!!) for either $650 or $6.50.
I checked and the usual price for an iPAD (32 Gbs) seems to be between $599 and $729. So the iPAD also appears to be a BARGAIN.

I stopped to take pictures of a cool mural nearby. "Angousha" saw me taking pictures and was pointing out other things I could take pictures of. The mural was at the bottom of an apartment complex called, I think, "Hillcrest House"... I don't know if it is some kind of Assisted Living house. I may just be making that up. There was a black woman smoking outside. She is NOT in the picture. I have passed the mural many times:

*Finally, there are 2 drama-filled girls in the class that I am taking right now... always somehow creating drama. My advice is: INFORM YOUR MAMA OF THE DRAMA. I don't think they will read this...*

I am interested in the heart... here is an image that I copied from a community college web site for future Echocardiographers... yay for this picture:


yours in Dramaland,
Alice

n.d.h.

this link will change your life and why are you even waiting to read?

SPECIAL "NO FRILLS" EDITION:

(this is not like "New Edition"... they are not even still together).

a site for all you manly men out there:
for manly men only

The REASON I am posting this... i don't even know why I am posting it... i saw a link to an article titled, "What Her Underwear Says About How She Is In Bed" (sorry for the X-rated nature of this post), and i wanted to read it to see what my underwear blabs about me.

sadly, i did not get to read the article. i read the beginning, and then under the portion that states, "Read more!," there was not an active link. so lame.

WARNING: On the site, there are disturbing pictures of random, nameless women wearing underwear,
for no apparent
reason.
So, if you ARE a guy, then the site is your best friend.

it is slightly funny, even if you are not a guy.

So, I heard on the radio about a song called "THE FRIDAY SONG." Supposedly it was sung by a Miss Rebecca Black.

I checked it out on You Tube (the site needs a name change... whose "YOU TUBE" is it???????????????????).

I did not hear the sound... so I did not know if everyone's comments that it was the "worst song in the world" were true.

However, judging by Rebecca Black's outfits, and the clothes of her friends in ugly, prom like dresses, I suddenly, and in a "snap judgement" way, am deciding that it probably is the "worst song in the world."

here is link:
Rebecca Black's Cheesy Video

I would not hang out with her on a friday night.

(even though I am blogging on friday night).

yours truly, Gentle Readers,
(check out the link to The Magnet Project, please... then click on like, please!)

Alice
or, n.d.h.

Wow. Something I NEVER Would Have Thought Of

dear self-defense class taking readers:

I was in the Run On! Richardson store today.
I noticed a small can of pepper spray (it is made by "Sabre") that is made in a shade of pink, to promote breast cancer awareness. (Just so you know, I stopped and stared.
But mostly I was thinking, "WHY????")
JUST What I Wanted.
Now, if I am ever fighting off an attacker in the future, the attacker will most likely be thinking, "she is SO aware about diseases that currently affect American women!"

I was adding to my record collection and bought a Rod Stewart album.

Because INQUIRING MINDS want to know.

give love, peace, hope and luck

Alice

n.d.h.
(Also, please view my facebook site for The Magnet Project on the right side. Thank you).



Here is a link if you would like to buy, or see what I'm talking about:
weird pepper spray

(So, still buy pepper spray... but I'm pretty sure ANY pepper spray will do).

I notice that you got it... you notice that I want it... I write this on a grave note

"I Notice That You Got It

You Notice That I Want It

You Know That I Can Take It To The Next Level Ba-by !

If You Want This Good Bitch (?) (Huh)

Sicker Than The Remix

Baby Let Me Blow Your Mind Tonight"

Dear balanced-diet readers:

Yes, those were actual lyrics from a Britney Spears "song," called Till the World Ends.
"Keep on Dancing Till The World Ends" is the other refrain.

Even though I have heard this song incessantly...

I am not going to explain why people should not listen to Britney Spears or why the song DOES NOT HAVE A REASON TO EXIST. (Yes, it was written by Kesha).
Actually, you can listen to Britney all you want.

Simply put: Doesn't Britney know that the world ended on May 21 ????????????? (question mark overload).
So, Britney is either: REALLY BEHIND, or just a futurist.

If people really decide to dance "until the world ends," that is going to get really tiring.

To Britney: HIT ME BABY, ONE MORE TIME.


Also: I found 1/2 of a penny the other day in a parking lot. I left it there, in my puzzled state.

I am either somewhat lucky, or God is sending me a mixed message.

with pain in my heart,

Alice


n.d.h.

Tell a friend about this blog and receive... Nothing. Nada. ZILCH.

the texas theatre

The picture above is of the Texas Theatre in Oak Cliff, in dallas.
taken May 11.


alice

My Clueless Moment

Dear Gentle and also Aggressive readers:

Before My Clueless Moment, I must share the following. You can call it a jealous moment.
Inside a Mexican hair salon today, I quickly glanced at the TV. There was a TV show on called Se Vale, (it is the first time I have seen it. The link is below. It is on Televisa):
Se Vale T.V. show
So, you are probably wondering WHY is n.d.h. writing about: some cheesy show?
Because I was momentarily transfixed by what I saw.
On the screen there was an Asian woman in a sparkly, clingy black leotard doing gymnastics inside a huge ring, with a big smile on her face that said: "EVERYONE should do gymnastics inside a huge ring... if you don't, there is something wrong with you."

Although I briefly wondered, "why does this show even exist??????????????????????????????" ( question mark overload ), I was briefly jealous of the flexible Asian woman, and I WANTED TO DO GYMNASTICS INSIDE A HUGE RING.
My Clueless Moment:
I was standing outside with a couple of neighbors(during a HUGE storm with hail), when one of them started talking about a drink.
I believe that it was called the "Gorilla Fart" (I do not make this stuff up!)
The neighbor stated that the makers of the drink usually put Wild Turkey in it. Apparently Wild Turkey is a type of Bourbon, and I did not know that.
A man in his late 30's or early 40's, who wears 2 earrings, drives a convertible and lives in the next building, put his hand on my shoulder and said, "You Don't Drink That Much, Do You, SUGAR?????????????"
I think I laughed. However, in hindsight my clueless moment would have been slightly funnier if I would have said: "not everyday, like you," which is actually what I was thinking.
The man in his 30s or 40s went on to say that he and his friends are "lushes on the weekends."

Again... I do not make anything up.

I would tell you what I have been listening to, but unfortunately I keep hearing a Rihanna song OVER and OVER...
maybe I will switch to classical.

Why not send a friend the north dallas homegirl link as a FUN surprise. you can do it right now.

Love,
your devoted blogger,
Alice

5 hour energy ... Did You Drink Yours Today ?

GENTLE READERS:

Here is my random story for May 17. Call it TUESDAY MOANIN' if you must:
Last Wednesday I was in The Learning Center (a tutoring place) at Richland College. A tired student who was waiting for a Writing Tutor came and sat near me.

He was kind of chubby, black, and maybe 20 years old. He was wearing TOO much cologne. He said he was "from London."
A few minutes later he began talking to one of the Writing Tutors. While commenting about what he had consumed that day, he said, "Someone gave me this," and pulled out a small bottle of 5 Hour Energy. He said it was the first time he had had it. The Writing Tutor (a lady in her 40s, with a conservative, weird haircut) told the chubby man the 5 Hour Energy "clogs your arteries," which I don't think is totally accurate.

So, bringing the focus back to me:
I was thinking, who gave the chubby London man the 5 Hour Energy? If it was a friend, who just hands out bottles of 5 Hour Energy to their friends? Who hands out bottles of 5 Hour Energy to ANYONE? He said it did not taste good.

I guess he was still thirsty. A few minutes later, the chubby guy saw me drinking a diet Dr. Pepper and asked me if I wanted to buy him a drink (Silly Question). I said, "NOT REALLY!!" and then, "do you want to buy me one?"
The 5 hour energy drinker said, "I don't have any money." Maybe that is why someone gave him the drink in the first place ...

I am listening to: Julian Casablancas, and have been hearing some strange 80s tunes lately... usually I am surprised for 2 seconds and then I realize I really like whatever the hit is.

as always gentle readers,

yours truly

alice

n.d.h.

"somos muchos chilangos" 3:30 p.m. today

3:30 p.m. today, while at a stoplight, this is what I viewed on the back of a RED volkswagen GTI (I did not even know that car existed):

"SOMOS MUCHOS CHILANGOS"
For the spanish-impaired, the translation for the day is " we are many from mexico city."

Go write this down:
a Chilango is someone who was born in Mexico City (basically, someone who is from Mexico City). So, I almost laughed to death after I saw the sticker. Maybe there are many Chilangos in Dallas that I don't know about???????????????????????????????? (question mark overload).

Since I do like mexico city, I leave you with this thought,

"Me encantan los chilangos." Again, write it down, or, ask the person who cuts your lawn to translate. Por favor !

I was listening to Kesha earlier.

Okay, before you read this, remember: when does this blog ever REALLY make sense ?

Having said that, a couple of her songs were really "inspiring." I wish not to explain. But you can check out her latest CD if you like. The CD is "Animal."

Even if you like, DO NOT copy her fashion sense.


I'm Audi 3000,
(i used to use that phrase like 20 years ago. ha ha)

hasta luego,
Alice

b.b.b.

***** to the wall

Dear everyone, even my reader (notice it's SINGULAR)

in Russia:

It's kind of a crude post, but as usual it must be said:
A tale of confusion: a few weeks ago, I was sitting in a study area at Richland College, and i heard a man in his 20s say to his friend:

" I woke up, and it was balls to the wall. " The guy had been talking animatedly to his friend.

OKAY...

I don't even know how to write "Okay.." in this post the way I was thinking it that day. It's more like, Okaaaaaaaaaaaay.
I do not know what it means. Either he was in a hurry that morning, or someone literally put that body part on the wall for him.
So, Gentle Readers, if you would like to enlighten me, that is fine.
I did not ask the animated guy that day, but I did do a double take. I kept listening, but no more gems were in that conversation, sadly.

Also: a couple (or so) weeks ago, I saw a high school girl walking to the bus stop. She was carrying a styrofoam cup that looked like it had coffee in it. I drove along, gripped with curiosity...
WHO DRINKS COFFEE IN HIGH SCHOOL ?
I did not drink coffee until college. I was thinking, is this some kind of new trend ??????????????????????????? (question mark overload).

N.d.h. is confused: was she trying to look cool, or does she really enjoy the delicious coffee?
Anyway, I sort of stared and drove off, it was really awkward !

But this is all straight from the daily GRIND. Do you get it ?

Whatever that means. Don't ask me, I am just the blogger.

Luv,
Alice

(n.d.h.)

New contest coming soon !

why you should know about tim hetherington and chris hondros

Gentle readers,

Getting serious tonight.

I just found out about these photographers last week. They were both very young. Here is my opinion piece about them:

There is no doubt Tim Hetherington and Chris Hondros lived to get the once-in-a- lifetime shot.
They were probably still hunting for it when they died.
When the daily news is peppered with stories of people who die for no reason, why even care about these men?
Both photojournalists were killed last week in Misrata, Libya. Reports are they were killed by a rocket propelled grenade. (The Russian words for rocket propelled grenade actually mean “anti-tank grenade launcher,” which made me think of the capacity to kill that the device has.) One story stated the circumstances of their deaths are still unclear.
When I first heard about their deaths, I was tempted to not pay very much attention. Then I realized I wanted to find out more.
Hetherington did documentary work and special projects and Hondros took pictures for Getty Images.
What is it to you? Some would say the two men acted in a cavalier manner by taking the risk of being in a war zone, when they could have been happily photographing children or ice cream cones in New York. They chose to visit Libya and they knew what could happen.
You should care because if Hetherington and Hondros (and other journalists, both reporters and photographers) did not want to share the ugliness of war, did not want to bring a jolting visual to your day, you would not know what is going on.
Without knowing who they were, you may have already viewed one of Hondros' photos or seen part of Hetherington's documentary (Restrepo) and shuddered or were changed because of it. If this is the case, then these two men-- one was 40 and one was 41--have already directly affected your life.
I was interested in their deaths because I enjoy photography (though my main camera right now is a point and shoot). Another twist explaining why I wanted to write this is because Hetherington and Hondros died doing something they love. The adrenaline rush they felt while traipsing around Libya is something I seek in life. They were killed, tragically, in the midst of a bloody conflict. The nanometer of brightness is that they were doing their life’s work when they died.

Luv,
Alice

n.d.h.

Perplexing Thought Of The Day

I have had the Whitney Houston song, "How Will I Know?" in my head all day today...

Do not ask me where it came from.


DISTURBING. That is all I will say.

Peace and Love,

Alice

miss n.d.h. if you are nasty.

Keep A Plentiful Distance From Small Children

Catching up with the Mailbag, gentle and savvy readers:


A message to Jay:
Yes, I remember you. Hope you are well. And, in reference to your J Lo comment, yes, she is a legend. And even somewhat talented. However, the goal of my blog is to be completely honest...

A message to Gloria:
Thank you for being the first to leave a comment! And your MIX TAPE is in the mail. Of course it's Enrique Iglesias.

I've been seeing some wild fashion, such as a girl in complete muslim garb, (with a Head Scarf), and flip flops.

And also I've seen lots of girls with tight, tight, tank tops.

AND ALSO, a girl in her early 20s, wearing a striped tank top with the price tag hanging out. (I thought this went out of style years ago).

I guess I am clueless to these stylish manners.
N.d.h. must not be on top of it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

as always, your #1 Blogger and your favorite Blogspot blogger,

Alice

n.d.h.

J-Lo: Why Are You Still Haunting Us

I think that J Lo has a new song out.
I know this because the other day I was driving and I heard something disturbing: a new song, very dance-y, with vocals that sounded frighteningly like the "Selena" star's.
(Ok.
I did like J Lo in 1999 but that's another story!!)
The song's refrain was urging those listening to "Get On The Floor."
As enchanting and tempting as this sounds, I will not be "getting on the floor" anytime soon.
Despite this new semi-hit, which I hope is not really a hit, I am all J Lo-ed out.
The word I shall leave you with is: Overrated.

GENTLE READERS: there will be no further posting from me tonight, since Chemistry is holding me hostage.

Yours Truly,

alice
(ndh)
and

b.b.b.

Gentle Readers, If You Need Coffee, Just Bring Your Own.

I saw a guy in a study area at Richland College in Dallas, TX.

As I concentrated voraciously on my photocopied chemistry worksheet, he poured himself a cup of coffee.

Even though he was not in a general eating area, he just brought a huge coffee pot with him and poured himself a tasty beverage. Although I did not see an electrical cord, I know he must have plugged it in somehow.

Gentle readers, I have never seen someone pour their own coffee from a coffee pot they brought from home. I was stunned, but also happy to have a story to tell.

He asked me to watch his stuff a bit later on...this gave me the opportunity to secretly gather the highly classified information neccessary for this blog. When he came back, I asked him if he does this on a regular basis (he was maybe in his mid 20's, with a white dressy shirt--too dressy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
and jeans).

He said yes, and also said nonchalantly, "sometimes I make tea, and sometime I make coffee."
Later on, maybe I will post a picture that I sneakily took.


In the changer: Julian Casablancas' latest CD. Leave a comment about what's in your CD changer. Or, if you prefer, what's on your playlist. Or, what 8-tracks you are listening to. The first person to leave a comment wins: a mix tape of MY choice... but you have to give me your address. Sorry, not a stellar prize but what did you expect from a startup blog??????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Your favorite obssessive blogger,

Alice

I saw a 9-year=old girl with a t-shirt that said, "Don't Be Jealous..."

She was chatty.

It was a funny shirt.

But I was wondering, and thinking, what, in her mind, was there to be jealous of???????????????????????????????????????????????



Goodbye and Good Saturday,

Alice

or blogging brunette, and sometimes bombshell

Weren't YOU Wondering?

Weren't you wondering if I was going to do a post on GOSSIP in the bathroom?

Well it's coming soon.

The Juanes concert (Colombian Spicy boy ) is on Saturday in Dallas... Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (exclamation mark overload).
I cannot not display my excitement.

Be sure to check out the important news feed on this blog...

yours truly,

Alice

(Or, to all:
devoted readers, n.d.h.)

"Need A Job Please" and What Does Taco Bueno Mean?

Readers,
A telling tale of sadness and despair:
I was driving by the Tom Thumb shopping center at Preston and Forest, in Dallas today. I stopped to talk to a man holding a sign which said, "Need a Job Please." (At first I thought, "that's a good idea!" Sooner or later, someone has to say yes).
The compelling factor that made me stop was that the man looked kind of desperate, and I needed to find out more about his story.
Details: The man was in his early 50s or older. He was a little scruffy looking but not extremely messy. He had white hair and light-colored eyes.
When I asked if I could take his picture, he said, "no, I'm too ugly!"
When I talked to him, he said his name was Lynn. He said he has been out of work for 14 months. His reason for standing out there with the sign? "I was hoping somebody would give me something." He seemed sad and weary.
Not many people seemed to be slowing down to read his sign, or showing any kind of vague interest in him. That saddened me.

Many times I would just blow off an occurrence like this. But for whatever reason, I'm going to remember the man for a while. I am also looking for a job, but that is not the only reason I felt disturbed.
There are too many stories like this lately. What used to be sadness for the jobs state in our society has turned to frustration and: me grappling for answers. Grapple, grapple, grapple.... that's the sound of me grappling for answers.

a new item:
At the mysterious unnamed place where I volunteer, a man (He is not Hispanic. He is maybe in his 40s) was trying to say "your welcome" in Spanish. Using his best humor, he instead said, "Taco Bueno." I witnessed the whole thing. I have heard this before, and it was only funny the first time. For 2 seconds.
"Taco Bueno," when translated, literally means, "Good Taco." Or it can mean, "O.k. taco." I will take even more liberty and say that it sounds like, "My taco was o.k."
So, for anyone who was planning to use this phrase to say, "your welcome," I would like for you to know, you will be walking around saying, "My taco was o.k." If that is o.k. with you, then go ahead. Just a little advice from n.d.h.

Keep listening to Coldplay,
bye,
Alice