The End Is Near ... I Mean The Blogathon. Silly. And A Correction For Big Rig Dance Collective. And, Dharun Ravi.

Dear I-Wish-I-Was-Still-Eating-A-Hot-Dog-On-Memorial-Day Reader,

I am sorry, that yesterday the link to Big Rig Dance Collective's Kickstarter.com video did not work. I stand by what I said in yesterday's blog.
Well, I do get the point of their production. Maybe it's not my thing. Here is the actual video, just in case you're longing to see.



(A serious note).
In 2010, Dharun Ravi used a webcam to spy on a tryst between his roommate and another man. The roommate committed suicide shortly after that.
Here is a link to a Los Angeles Times story. It is making news because Dharun Ravi has just issued an apology (Huh? Two years later?).
Very, very sad.

I checked for some Anderson Cooper news. I wanted to see if there was any "aftermath" to his kicking a guest who had had a lot of plastic surgery off his show. I did not find any, but I did find a link to his "sexy butt" taking out the trash. Yay, I think.

This post marks the Official End of the blogathon. In the future, I'll be posting less (Not once a month, however NOT every day). I decided to do this after my friend Gloria told me about it, and also encouraged me. Thank you, to anyone who took a chance and decided to read north dallas homegirl.

The tragic end,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

See Cathie Black's Book Basic Black, Big Rig Dance Collective (Huh?), And A Bikini Contest!

Dear all,

The quote I used in the blog 2 days ago, from Mark Twain, is from Cathie Black's book, Basic Black. It is "the essential guide for getting ahead at work (and in life)."
In case you missed it, the quote, from Mark Twain is:
Noise proves nothing. Often a hen who has merely laid an egg cackles as if she has laid an asteroid.


Bikini News (See a previous blog) : The finals of the Twin Peaks National All Star Bikini Contest are tonight at the Palladium Ballroom (1135 South Lamar) in Dallas. It started at 8 p.m. Uh... if you hurry, you can still make it.

I am a little confused about the words "All Star" in the name of the contest. Doesn't All-Star imply that contestants are some kind of Bikini Star?
How does one become a bikini all star? Do you just have to get a really great bikini?

The Big Rig Dance Collective is a group of dancers from Denton, Texas. They have a video on Kickstarter.com. Their project has been funded. I cannot for the life of me figure out the point of the production they funded on Kickstarter, "Homing Where I Roam," but that is just me.
You be the judge.

Music-related: Bob Dylan was awarded the Medal of Freedom.

I like many of his songs. Especially Positively 4th Street.
A bunch were awarded the Medal of Freedom, some living and some dead.
Dolores Huerta, who has campaigned for farm workers, also received the award.

The end. I am close to the end of the blogathon.
Alice
n.d.h.
I am going to bring the blog into the modern age.

Here is a picture I took downtown recently. It's not perfect, but that's okay. I am still including it, in honor of sharing.

Are You Supersonic Enough To Vote? Can You Dance Well In Spandex?

As a unique and exciting treat, I am re-posting the video for JJ Fad's Supersonic.


I have posted the video before, however, it's a can't miss, so I decided to post it again. You could say it's what I listened to when I was a mini-homegirl. Here is JJ Fad's Official Site. The ladies have gotten a little larger, but they are still JJ Fad.

(This is a serious note):
Today Texas is holding Primary Elections. Do not forget to vote. Here is a great site, VoteTexas.gov. Lots of information from Secretary of State Hope Andrade. And, if you haven't registered, you can still register and vote in the November elections. But you must register 30 days in advance!
Don't be a slowpoke.

The End,
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Jude Is Riding His Bike Across America, And, "Often A Hen Who Has Merely Laid An Egg Cackles As If She Has Laid an Asteroid."

Hi all,

This is Jude. He offered to re-arrange his bike so I could take a picture. I met him at the Starbucks at Preston and Alpha roads.
Jude has an animated face, blond, blond hair and lots of wristbands. He is riding his bike across America (he asks for donations along the way). It takes a lot of guts. So, go Jude!

He started in Los Angeles. He said I could put in his Facebook page, and I just found out it is his personal profile. So here is what I offer: go to Facebook, and look up "Louisianamrz." (You may have to get a Facebook account first. Silly.)
You should see Jude. Just to be on the safe side, I would say don't "friend" him unless you really are his homeboy.

Now, time for a unique segment I call, "what Mark Twain wrote.":
Mark Twain wrote, "Noise proves nothing. Often a hen who has merely laid an egg cackles as if she has laid an asteroid."

The author who included this quote in her book (it is a nameless book for now) wrote of the workplace, "when all is said and done, it's production rather than self-promotion that counts." She referred to office cacklers, saying "every workplace has its share."

My view is that the quote from Mark Twain means: noise means nothing. It is more important at times to be quiet and get your job done (or task done) than to be the loudest one in the room.
Sometimes, it is even important to shut up and listen. You have to decide when to shut up, gentle reader, that is up to you.

The End and
Happy Memorial Day,
Alice

north dallas homegirl

Here Is My Sunday Post And, Check Out Marcel Hall's Video. Was He Really Just A Friend?

Hello Bloggerites:

Since I promised myself I would continue the blogathon (and I have to beat Gloria! I am just kidding), here is my Sunday post.

The Dallas International Festival (Wow. I didn't even know we had one. Just found out) was held yesterday. It's too late to go this year, but you can always go in 2013!

Music News: There is currently none. However, if you want to see Biz Markie, check out this video. Was he really just a friend?

Give Love, Peace, Hope and Luck.
Alice
(n.d.h.)

Current Keeps You Current, See A Funky Push Ups Video, And Cobra Starship Rides The Rides At Six Flags

Dear Gentle Readers,

I like Current TV. In Dallas, I believe it is channel 258, with Direct TV. Current always seems to do the type of reporting I think should be done. And, their reporters and correspondents ask brave questions.

I have been trying to do more push ups. Push ups are very hard.
Check out this funky video, explaining how to do push ups correctly.
It does have some good pointers; however, the guy doing the push ups looks bored and overly-built (I am jealous).

Cobra Starship (Here, they are looking quite green!) will be in Arlington at Six Flags amusement park on June 30. (The only song I like by them is You Make Me Feel So...)
I will let you decide for yourself about Cobra Starship. However see this link for a
lovey-dovey story about a recent Miami appearance ("joined by a gorgeous entourage of 20"). Were they really gorgeous?

The End.
alice
(North Dallas Homegirl)

A Reminder: The links on my blog do not open in a new window. So, it means this page will be gone once you open a link. We have our best people working on that.

"I'm Not The Type To Take Sluts Out," A Stellar Starbucks Moment, And Cattle Out For A Stroll

Dear Readers,

Music News:
I heard a rap song today--it was by Big L--which contained the following lyrics: "I'm Not The Type To Take Sluts Out."
Wow, always good to know.
The song also contained the lyrics, "gonna start rapin' b******." Obviously, there are demeaning and moral reasons this is wrong. I will not go into that. It is also in very bad taste.

As you may or may not know, I do like some hip hop selections ... BUT only if they meet my approval.

What did you do today, ndh?:
I visited Starbucks. After they made my drink wrong, they made a new drink the way it was supposed to be, and gave me a size larger for free. They also gave me the mistaken drink. I hate to sound cliche, but this does not normally happen to me.
Not bad for a company founded in 1971 that was almost named Pequod.

On the way out of Starbucks, I saw a specialized Hummer with "Alpha" on the back end. So unattractive. My accompanier to Starbucks agreed with the level of attractiveness. Is this so an alpha-male can feel alpha-cool?

This story explains how an overturned cattle-hauling trailer caused a mess in Dallas, on Thursday. Scroll down to where it says Original Entry if you want the main facts. Here are some pictures.

The End.
My final words,

Alice
north dallas homegirl

Taken at the Big D Marathon, this past April. This guy likes to run 26.2 miles so much, he tattooed it on his leg.
On the other leg, he had a tattoo of the logo for the Tough Mudder race. (Are you tough enough? Find out when you check the link and take the "quiz").

What Is The Chemistry Of Tears?, Barnes And Noble's Noble Alternative, And A Turtle

Dear Time-Killers While You Are At Work,

I saw a book yesterday called The Chemistry of Tears, by Peter Carey.
I read the inside cover, and then rapidly tried to read more.
This does not happen all that often.

I saw this book at Barnes and Noble. My lament: Now that Borders is gone, I am realizing I want to spend more time at the bookstore, and the best option is unfortunately Barnes and Noble.

The End.
Alice
north dallas homegirl

Here is a turtle that I saw at Richland College. I had to follow the turtle in order to get this action shot.

Anderson Cooper Says Audi 5000 To A Woman, Mapsco Goodness, And Flowers That Turned Out Very Bright

Dear Readers,

Anderson Cooper told a woman who has had a LOT of plastic surgery to get off his show, calling her "dreadful" (Interesting word choice. Was he trying to be British?)

I have enjoyed the son of Gloria Vanderbilt for some time.

Yes, I am still a fan of Anderson Cooper.
Here is the confusing part: I always considered him a serious reporter (have you seen AC 360?). That is why I liked him. With his talk show containing oodles of soccer moms in the background, I am thinking, what in the world happened to Anderson Cooper?

I remember him reporting from serious locations, such as after Hurricane Katrina in Louisiana.
It is very hard to gel the image with the daytime chatter (Co-host one day recently: Rebecca Romijn!!)

New topic: I shared a grouchy exchange with someone today. The other party was grouchy first. What goes through my head when someone is super grouchy or kind of mean: 1.) Why does this person hate me? 2.) What did I do to offend them? 3.) Do they really matter, or, does their approval really matter to who I am?
I am trying to get to the third thought more quickly.
I know this "segment" was a little random.

I bought a Mapsco today. Even though maps are easily accessible with iPhones, I still want one. Do not ask why.
Some have already told me, "you don't need that, you have it on your phone." However, I am keeping my d*** Mapsco map.
Lovely. Just lovely.

Music News: The song "We Are Young," by Fun will not go away.


The End. Good Evening,

Alice
north dallas homegirl

A picture I took at Richland College. It turned out much brighter than I thought.

"A Perfect Ride For Every Stride." And A Misguided Fashionista

Dear All,

One thing that impresses me about the new running shoes I bought today from Brooks:
Written on the side of their box is, "The Perfect Ride For Every Stride."

This was my creative way of taking a picture. You cannot see the whole phrase, but you can see some of it.

One thing that doesn't impress me:
I know it is 2012. But, what happened to Made In The USA?
I just assumed, and have assumed for a while, that Brooks shoes were completely made in the USA. Their headquarters are in Bothell, Washington.
They are not, instead they are made in China.
Needless to say, this cheeses me off (poor phrase, but you get the picture) because the company is not helping anyone in Bothell, Washington get jobs.
I turned to the bottom of my shoe box today, just to discover this: Brooks shoes are "Designed and engineered in Seattle, Washington USA. Manufactured in China."
Lovely. Just lovely.
Learn what's on Brooks' About page here.

As a result of my minimal research today, to find out where they are produced in China (I didn't find out!), I discovered the word press blog My Year Without China. Justin Centi tries to go a year without buying Chinese products.
What, no sweet and sour chicken?


More vital news: A misguided fashionista I saw yesterday was wearing a red and white tank top, with a neon pink bra showing. I think with jeans, I'm not totally sure.

Tumblr is my next goal.

Buenas Noches, from bloggerland.
Alice

n.d.h.

"Life Is Not Only Meant To Be Lived, But Celebrated."
Written on a card, that I once found at Whole Foods Market.
That may be the last positive thought for a while.

Here he is. Take A Bite Out Of That.

I decided to post the actual video of Steve Jobs' 2005 Commencement address at Stanford University.  




I saw a yellow swing today, outside of someone's house... however, it was near my house. Of course, I wanted to swing. It was a swing hanging from a tree.  

There should be a rule that anyone who has a swing outside their house allow free access automatically to anyone who wants to swing.
Swings as a stress-relief tool could also be useful.

The end.
Alice

n.d.h.         

Visit Lake Cliff Park If You Are A Friend Of Oak Cliff. Also My Observation At Watermark Church. And Steve Jobs' Speech.

Dear all,
I passed a park in Oak Cliff (Dallas) that I want to visit more extensively one day. I have passed it lots of times, but the other day, I paused to look at it more closely, and noticed that the lake in the center is larger than I thought. It is Lake Cliff Park. Scroll down to the second park, after you--of course--click on the link and you will see it. (44 acres!)

I attended Watermark Church today in Dallas... after being invited by a friend.
During one active pre-service song, images were shown on a 2 large screens of the church community's members being baptized in a small pool of water that I believe is near the church. Everyone looked too happy and smiley.
In the images, everyone, including 2 or 3 people assisting the believer, had waded into the water about waist-deep. May work for some, but Huh??
I like the Catholic way of baptism, where they just dip the baby in water for a few moments, or sprinkle the child with water.
The same goal is achieved; it's less stressful for the baby and everyone involved.

A "special" segment I have no idea why I'm calling Did You Know?:

Did you know that Steve Jobs' 2005 Commencement Speech at Stanford University took him just 14:11 to complete? In it he shares "three stories about my life."
If you watch the video, watch out for the annoying graduation music, which plays while he is talking. I don't think I even liked that music when I graduated.

This web site contains great clothes to wear to Bingo Night, A Whichever-Tickets-You-Can-Get concert, or just anywhere.
I would say the offerings on the site push the boundary, but this is not a fashion blog.

The End.
Stay Hungry,

Alice
(non-affectionately known as ndh)

(Trying to lose my Michigan accent).

"Nothing Can Stop A Determined Soul."
Ella Wheeler Wilcox said it.

"I Am Too Positive To Be Doubtful." 500 Singleton. And, Quinceaneras Know How To Party.

Dear amateur blog critics:

My friend sent me this message recently, which she found posted somewhere else:

"I am too positive to be doubtful. Too optimistic to be fearful. And too determined to be defeated."

This message can apply to anything you are doing, small OR large. So, go be positive!
And fearless.

I talked recently about a "theater" at 500 Singleton Boulevard. (The web site may contain graphic images, which I have nothing to do with!)
Their current play is called Flesh World.
On their web site, the inventors of 500 Singleton Boulevard state, "We simply do things the way we want to do it, where, and how, because we don't know what else to do." Sounds interesting... They also state, "Our emphasis is on new, experimental, and collectively created work that defies categories and conventions." Actually, doesn't every great work (it could be a movie, or a book) "defy" a "category" or "convention"?
Even though the review for Flesh World contained the word anthropomorphic, which I did not know and had to look up... maybe you should see the play and decide for yourself what you think. Details are on the web site (above).

Verizon Wireless is offering a promotion for those about to have a quinceanera called, "My Fabulous Quince."
So tell all the 14-year-olds you know to start planning their fiesta. No booze, young lady!!!

The End.
Alice

(ndh)
Also, do not forget that you can follow my blog! This means my ramblings will be unavoidable in your inbox. I am pretty sure all you have to do is go to blogger, and click on Follow. I am exploring, and when I find out more I will let you know.

Who Will Sing Hot Stuff, Now? Bikini Contest in Plano! Also A Worship Center Needs Grammatical Assistance.

Dear people reading,

Donna Summer died on Thursday. She died of lung cancer.

I am wondering who will sing Hot Stuff? (I was not a huge fan, but I am noting Hot Stuff because the song probably sticks in anyone's head who has been to a Disco Night). She definitely worked hard for the money.

Topic #2: Someone gave me a copy of dfw.com Ink. Obtained downtown at the El Centro College Campus. I had never, ever seen the publication.
I had high hopes when I read on the cover that its main themes are, "Nightlife. Style.Food.Music.Movies." All of which are essential topics.
My opinion was lowered when I turned to the big photo spread of the Twin Peaks Bikini Contest prelims. They were in Plano, where all fine bikini ladies hang out. Do Bikini Contests actually need "prelims"? How hard is it to pick the hottest person in a bikini?

To summarize: it seemed like dfw.com Ink had some moments of redeeming itself. These moments included play reviews, restaurant reviews, and standard but insightful pictures of the Miranda Lambert concert. But, I need more before I rush to the FREE newsstand. (Speaking of plays, did you know there is a place called 500, at 500 Singleton Blvd., that offers plays? On Thursday it is "pay what you can." And currently they are offering a play called Flesh World.)

At the Wal-Mart parking lot today, a guy handed me a small flyer-contraption for the Victory Life Worship Center on Pleasant Drive in Dallas.
I read the inside passage, which was a summary of the pastor's life history, from drugs to finding God. ("13 years living as a drug addict my life, hit rock bottom.")
The trouble is the passage has many grammatical and spelling errors. I think I am going to call the pastor and tell him that.
Their worship service is at 11 a.m. on Sunday at 1826 Pleasant Drive in Dallas, if you want to go.

Bye "y'all",

Alice
(ndh)

It is my 300th Post. Send Flowers Immediately.

Today around 9 p.m. I saw fireworks across from the Ballpark at Arlington. I believe they were coming from Six Flags amusement park. It jolted me for a minute.

I told someone who is 26 today that I went to Lollapalooza in--I believe 1994--and he was just really silent, as if to say, "that was a LONG time ago." Whoa... yeah, it was.

Check out the Official lineup video for Lollapalooza, to be in Chicago this year.
I can't believe that Lollapalooza is still around.

I met Arrested Development there.
Thrilling at the time.

Goodbye. Thank you if you checked out Avery's link, which I posted recently.

Alice

(n.d.h.)

Little Known Fact: Headphones Can Be Helpful While Driving. Soundgarden. And, Practice Makes Perfect.

Dear Readers,

I noticed a guy wearing headphones as he walked into a restaurant today. He had been driving a convertible, apparently trying to be fashionable with such a vehicle. He was young and attractive. I saw him--from his "cruise" into the parking lot, until he walked into the restaurant--for some reason.
He had the headphones on while he got out of his car. Maybe he was talking on the phone.
But, I am confused. If he wasn't talking on the phone, what did he need the headphones for? Are earbuds handy while driving?
Ok.

I heard the song Black Hole Sun (by Soundgarden) today. I actually like this song. However, many 90s songs are on constant replay on area radio stations.
Sometimes this is good.
Sometimes this is not.

I keep hearing, "Practice Makes Perfect."
Though often used, it is true. If there is something you want to do, anything from a school assignment to something for work, you will not get better unless you practice. I will keep practicing, until I am perfect.
Ha, ha.


Goodbye,

Alice
(Or, ndh)

No Fashion Horror Stories. "Girls." And, Do You Have A Home Or Car To Donate?

dear ?,

I have seen no fashion mishaps lately... except, sweatpants that looked like jeans. Turquoise!! Of course, I saw them at the Greyhound bus station.

I heard about a show called "Girls." On HBO. It is being touted as Sex And The City, for a younger crowd. Today I watched an interview with actress Lena Dunham, who is slightly annoying.

While I probably won't watch the show much... no HBO, I am wondering if it will correctly duplicate Sex And The City's sass. What would Candace Bushnell say or think?

Frequently on LBJ and Abrams Road, I have seen people passing out mini-flyers for the Restoration Ministries of Dallas.
It is a place that helps people struggling, partially with drug and alcohol problems.
On their flyer, it states, "we take all types of donations: cash, TV's, cars, homes, etc."
Not sure who has a "home" or "car" sitting around to donate.

But, if you do have any items to donate, you can contact them at:
2515 Second Avenue, Dallas, TX, 75210.
Or, call them. (214) 428-7573.

The End.

Alice


or, NDH

Here Are Intriguing Items From the 99 Cent Store. And How Does One Mom Put Up With 4 Children Crying At Once?

Dear Readers,

Here is a segment I affectionately call Intriguing Items I Found At The 99 Cents Only Store:

Aside from some lovely hair accessories,

I also saw:

Some hydrogen peroxide.
Believe it or not, I was examining the label.
Even though our bodies produce it every day, who couldn't use more?

And, always good to have on hand:

Shasta Tiki Punch.
No, I have not actually tried the drink. But, who could resist something with such a festive label?
Stay tuned in, kiddos, for another exciting segment of Exciting Items I Saw At The 99 Cents Only Store.

While reading the Detroit Free Press (I am from Detroit !), I noticed a tribute to a mom who is a grandmother, contributed by a reader. It was on a page filled with similar compliments to moms.
It read: "Even when all four kids are crying at the same time, she always seems to handle it with patience and love."
What???
It is good that she can do this, however...
If I heard four kids crying at the same time, I would want to run away.
Sometimes I even want to do this when I hear one kid crying.

If you like animals, check out Avery's blog. Thanks!!

The End.
Alice

(n.d.h.)

"I Love Slick People." And Do You Love Fuddrucker's? And A Picture Of Cage The Elephant

To whom it may concern,

"I love slick people," the bus driver today said.
On a greyhound bus, the sassy driver told us,
"If I catch you smoking in the bathroom, I will leave you at the next stop. And it won't be anywhere that Greyhound stops."
When I asked the driver (his name was Trey) how many people he has caught smoking, he said "None, in the last few months. That was when I was heading east. To New Orleans." Trey indicated that he once left a terrible smoker in a middle-of-nowhere town in Louisiana.

I visited Fuddrucker's. It is an old standby, but I still like it. I can remember going when a fry was as big as me.
Oh, not really.

More news...
Just yesterday I talked about the band Cage The Elephant.

Here is a picture of them. I chose it because two of them have odd looks on their faces, as in "Huh? You mean I don't look like Kurt Cobain?" Sweet Kentucky boys.


And finally,

The End.
Alice
n.d.h.

Kevin Durant Has A Shoe And He Is Only 23. And Hee Haw! Check Out This Kentucky Band.

Dear All,

There was a new Air Jordan shoe released today. I remember seeing these in the 80s. Today people were waiting in line to get the shoe.  
Speaking of shoes, I recently found out that Kevin Durant, who is only 23, and spent some time at the University of Texas, also has a shoe. It is called the Nike Zoom KD Pearl IV. I was impressed that he also has a shoe. The shoe looks a little bit like a breast cancer awareness shoe. I guess that is how Kevin Durant wanted it.   

I am very sneaker clueless, so I was surprised to find the video below.  The video discusses the release dates for shoes, as well as talks about how many shoes each manufacturer is going to make.      

Wow. I did not even know a video such as this existed. Way to keep up, Sneakerheads. If the video does not play, just click on the YouTube link and you should be able to watch it there.

I have been hearing about the band Cage the Elephant, at various times during the past couple of weeks. I pretty much ignored all references as much as I possibly could (you know how finicky I am), until I realized there is a song of theirs that I like. It is Shake Me Down. They hail from Kentucky.  So Yee haw! Or is it Hee Haw?

From The Mailbag: Thank you to Jay for your recent suggestion! Thank you very much for reading.    

The End.

Alice
n.d.h.

Do You Sleep In The Greyhound Station? And Happy Mother's Day To The Mommas

Dear joyous, not High-maintenance readers:


The other day someone left a note on my mom's car. It was after they felt she had parked to close to them at the grocery store. The writer of the note used a little post-it that said "high maintenance" on it, exemplified by a little cartoon. The note said, "You Are Lucky You Don't Have A Big Dent In Your Side For Parking So F*** Close."

Needless to say, the writer of the note cannot spell.

I have been angry at others before for parking super close to me. But, I usually just look around awkwardly for the culprit, to give them a dirty look, then drive off.

So, even more needless to say, it is low-class and odd to leave such a note. Definitely not "high maintenance" in a good way. Or at all.

Next:
Today I was in the Greyhound station. I saw a girl who made a comfy, cozy resting area on the floor, and decided to take a nap. Maybe she had been traveling for a long time and was super tired. However, I can't imagine the floor of the Greyhound station is a comfy place to get 40 winks.

Happy early mother's day to all the "mommas."

The End.

Alice
n.d.h.

Unofortunately, Juanes Has Been Restricted. A Dios Le Pido, Porque?

Unfortunately Juanes has also been restricted from playback. You can watch the video for A Dios Le Pido here.

Do not miss it or God will be unhappy.

The End,
Alice

(north dallas homegirl)

Juanes: A Special Treat. And Who Else Have I Been Listening To?

Gentle Readers:
Here is a video from one of my very favorite artists, the Colombian singer Juanes.



The song is, "A Dios Le Pido." Yes, it is all in Spanish. Roughly translated, it means, "I Ask God."
The song is circa 2002.   However, I think it came out in the United States after that.

I have been listening to Bonnie Raitt, believe it or not.

The End.

Alice
ndh 

The Bad Girls Club's Useful Tips For Living. And Could A Warrior Dash Be For You? And, I Almost Entered The Wrong Bathroom

While watching tv earlier,

(And here are the classy ladies of the Las Vegas cast).

I started watching a reunion show of The Bad Girls' Club . I am not a big fan, nor have I ever watched this show.

In the future, it will be on my list of potential time-wasters. Who knows more about living life to the fullest than "Bad Girls"?

If you are tired of marathons and 1/2 marathons, could a warrior dash be for you?
While I have heard of races like this before... I was reading the Dallas Observer today and was then spurred on to look at the web site. Yes, a mini warrior I want to be.
So far I have only glanced at the web site, but--dare I say--some of the events look slightly easy, like jumping on top of a pile of junk cars.
(The Dallas area race has already taken place for this year, but they have other locations).

As I came out of my test today, my mind was a blur from staring at little scantron circles.
With that vision still in my head, I almost walked into the men's bathroom.

The End...
Alice
N.D.H.

(I am no longer blogging brunette bombshell, mostly because I don't feel like a bombshell.
And what is a bombshell, anyway? Do you have to be buxom?)

Disclaimer:
Please don't take what I say in the blog too seriously. (If I am being serious, I will usually note so). Most of the time I am being sarcastic, or borderline sarcastic.

Good Thing She Threw Out Her Tax Records. And Is A Strapless Dress The New Staple?

I saw a box outside my neighbor's house today. It read on the side, "Income taxes 1985."
Phew. It's a good thing she is throwing out her tax records, almost 3 DECADES LATER.
That box has outlived almost seven presidential terms.

Is the new must-have while taking a final exam, a strapless dress?

That is what I saw recently.
What is the point?

THE END.

Alice

n.d.h.
Now new and improved.

Nicki Minaj Songs Are Hard To Hum Along To. And, Who Hearts Jet Noise?

While needing a song to hum along to, the first song that came into my mind was a Nicki Minaj song.

I discovered that her songs are very hard to hum along to.
She will be in Grand Prairie, TX on July 29.

I have heard the song by Carly Rae Jepsen, "Call Me Maybe."

While the lyrics are okay, it is a very odd song.

I was kind of confused.
Shouldn't it be, "Call Me," or "Call Me Please?"

"I Love Jet Noise" read a bumper sticker that I saw today. Huh?
It was on a small, unattractive car driving erratically.

Also, the Matisyahu video that I posted on the previous blog is being restricted by Sony Music Entertainment. How dare they. You may still watch it on You Tube.

The End.

Alice
ndh

Matisyahu: 32 But Could Pass For Elderly, And Every Organizer Needs Printable Checklists

Hello "Gentle" Readers:

I am just discovering that: there is an artist named Matisyahu, who was born in Pennsylvania, is an orthodox jew, is 32 but looks older, and sings pretty well.

I heard that he is coming to Dallas, but apparently he is coming to the Showplace Theater in Thackerville, Oklahoma. It will take place on June 16. It is near the WinStar Casino.      

When I first heard his name, I thought the announcer was referring to "Modern Yahoo."
I ran it by a couple of friends, or Supreme Experts in all things related to music, and they had both heard of him.  


I am posting the video for the song, "One Day," and as you know, only songs and artists that pass my picky standards get posted on n.d.h.

Give us more music:
I watched a webcast of the group Gomez at the New Orleans Heritage and Jazz Festival. I am not super into this band (A few years ago--more like seven years ago--I heard they were really great, then bought a CD and listened to it a couple of times). On the webcast the band was cool, however their songs seemed very long. 

My friend Gloria told me about the site I Heart Organizing. 
Although the girl who writes it may be an over-the-top organizer (obsessed), it is a good site to get ideas from or direct your organizing energy. She has printable list paper!
What every organizer needs! And yes, the site is good for someone like me, who saves small, miniscule pieces of paper that she does not need.

The end.
Alice

(n.d.h.)
(No longer blogging brunette bombshell)

    

Special Report: A Woman Was Examining Her Coupons in Walgreen's And I Need Organization Help. Also, Welcome To Random Picture Day.

Hi
all,

Earlier I was in Walgreen's. A woman-- definitely elderly--wearing white nurse-like shoes and blue pants, stood in the first aisle before she began her shopping experience. She had white hair to match the shoes. She was intently and dedicatedly looking over a Walgreen's coupon book. She looked like she wanted to get the most out of that coupon book.
I was a little shocked that anyone would spend that much time looking at a coupon book once they are at the store. After strict meditation while perusing the stationary aisle, I was impressed by the coupon lady. She was prepared, damn it. Everyone should smartly save like her.

I am pondering that I need some organization help. I need a "Clutter-buster" to come to my house. I have an odd array of items I have saved for a long time. These include, but are not limited to, receipts, "To-do" lists from three years ago, and nail polish that has turned into two layers. Maybe I will raffle them off. I feel like a mini-hoarder.
I have a habit of saving tiny pieces of paper that I have written things on. I need Rachael Ray or Martha Stewart to help me. How do you get the knack for great organization?


The End.
Alice
Simply, n.d.h.



Random Photo of the day: I recently attended the Big D Marathon in Dallas. It was April 15.
At the start, a girl next to me was wearing knee socks, or running leg warmers, whatever you want to call them. She was super perky, and singing "Somebody That I Used To Know" by Gotye, really loudly. She was so annoying that I had to take her picture.

I know it is a strange picture of her butt, but that is all I could get.

I Listened To Licensed To Ill Over And Over In Fourth Grade. And, A Green Man Invades Campus

Dear and Dedicated Readers,

I heard a Selena song today called Amor Prohibido. The song is a slowed-down, acoustic version of the original Amor Prohibido (Basically, Forbidden Love). It was on 107.5 FM.
Of course, I truly like Selena.
I am wondering, about 17 years after her death, is the song experiencing a resurgence?

Beastie Boy Adam Yauch, or MCA has died. He died after cancer that originated in the salivary glands.

As a "tribute," I am inserting the cover to their album, Licensed To Ill.

I listened to the album over and over in fourth grade. The Beastie Boys have momentously influenced people my age in many ways.
I remember that the album was the "hot" album to get (don't ask me why there were "hot" albums in fourth grade).
And yes, I listened to it repeatedly, like a snail glued to the cassette player.

THE END.

Alice
(Also ndh)

A green man was visiting Richland College in Dallas today. When I asked him his name, he said, Mr. Green.

Adele Gets A Thumbs Down. However, You Can't Go Wrong With Kimbra

The Blogathon continues. If you don't know I plan to blog all during May. 

In Music "News":
I decided not to post the video for Adele's song, Rumour Has It.

As an encore presentation, here is the "mashup" video of Kimbra singing "Two Weeks" and "Head Over Heels."
Kimbra has a plentiful voice and has Rockin' bangs.
Her bangs cannot be matched. As I pondered a selection of videos to post today, I thought, "you can't go wrong with Kimbra."     


Jessica Simpson (a Dallas resident) has had a baby girl. This is also wildly unimportant on the tiniest scale of importance that could possibly exist.

I witnessed a Hummer-looking vehicle in front of me today. It was a "Hummer", we'll say, with odd metallic strips bordering the left and right of the back window. The metallic strips did not add anything to the car.
There was no indication on the back of the car that said the make of the car. I assumed this lettering was a requirement on all cars. How very odd...     

The End.
Alice
(n.d.h.)
Now With 45 % More.

I Smelled Three Weird Smells In A Row, Goodbye To Khloe and Lamar, and An Old Farmer's Advice.

Readers:

The Blogathon continues.

The other day as I was walking into class, I smelled 3 different strong scents of perfume in a time span of about 30 seconds.
Maybe my olfactory powers are overly strong.
But ... I don't think so.

Overly strong perfume is not my favorite thing to smell. The worst part is there is no way to avoid it. Often, it is in your nostrils before you know it.

If you wear a forceful scent, you are probably the only one that likes it.

In News That Is Pretty Much Completely Useless: Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom (Dallas residents) have decided to stop filming their reality show.

Khloe recently told US Weekly, "Our show is not cancelled. Lamar and I have chosen to take a break this summer. We've been on a whirlwind doing back-to-back shows."
Awww,
poor baby.

As I have mentioned in a previous blog, my friend Gloria recently spied Khloe texting like a maniac, at a Dallas Mavericks game.

So, the saddening tragedy of their show being put on pause, combined with Lamar's "firing" from the Dallas Mavericks, can only mean ONE thing: No More Khloe Presence At Dallas Mavericks games.


Now, for some News You Can Use: I witnessed a girl wearing very low sweatpants with a white tank top Monday, while at Richland College.

AAAAAAAH. Here is where I scream. It's the recrudescence of sweatpants. They will NOT go away.

Finally, someone I know recently shared a humorous list of "An Old Farmer's Advice." The friend brought this list to a Toastmaster's meeting.

Here, my farm dwellers, are 2 gems from the list.
"It don't take a very big person to carry a grudge."

And, why not...

"Forgive your enemies. It messes up their heads."

THE END.

Alice

(Also known as, north dallas homegirl).
(I used to be, blogging brunette bombshell).

How Bad Do You Want It? And, Welcome To My Blogathon. And, I Witnessed Barefoot Girls in Chick Fil A.

Welcome to the Blogathon. I will be blogging during the month of May. You will not only get North Dallas Homegirl, you will get North Dallas Homegirl Overload.

Oh,
dear.

Dear Readers:

Disclaimer: A Random Topic. Today.

I "recently" tried for a job that required LOTS of physical training. As well as other things. I did not get it.

After all of the events (exercising) and effort that led up to the aftermath, I am pondering something new, that I did not expect to ponder! How much does "how bad do you want it?" come into play??
Desire and determination are such required items, that I am wondering: can you make yourself achieve something, if you want it bad enough?
Are there different forms of wanting something, if so, how do you get to the highest level?

I have a friend--she is nameless--I will call her J.-- who encouraged me to kick butt and be hungry during the physical training. Right now I am thinking, even though I did not get to the actual physical test, she is still a blessing. Possibly even the best blessing to come out of my trying for the job.

Moving along:
(The following event was at Chick Fil A, off of LBJ Freeway in Dallas).
I saw two barefoot girls in Chick Fil A. The girls were about 6, and 8 years old, around that age. Both were well-dressed. They did not seem to be doing it out of poverty.
I'll preface by saying it is kind of silly, and dare I say, low-class, to not wear shoes in Chick Fil A.

The girls were playing and walking around, and I'm sure obviously enjoy having their shoes more off, than on. It makes sense to them.

What I'm wondering, is, why did their mom let them do it?

If I was a mom, I could not picture myself saying to a 6-year-old, "Sure honey, why don't you take your shoes off? WHO NEEDS SHOES?"

The mean mom is lurking.

Goodbye, Happy may day,
Alice

(n.d.h.)