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You know when you're so tired but can't muster the energy to drag yourself up those stairs to your nice fluffy pillows? That's what I am now. So, why wouldn't this be the best time to scribble a little something into this online journal of mine?

If you look at the top of my blog, see where it has a link for you to click on Next Blog >> ? Ever done it? I just did it to see what would pop up. It took me about 17 clicks to get through all the baby blogs. I'm surrounded by babies on this thing! How did that happen? I finally made it through the stories of dirty diapers and ended up at an Obituary. That's when I knew it was time to drag myself to bed.

holy crappers...i'm employed!

Six months of unemployment passed me by quicker than I could ever have imagined. Mind you, the last month of that was my searching and being unsuccessful at finding something. I tried the temp agencies which is actually what I did want in order to allow for the flexibility. The dread of that idea? Having to work in an office, 9-5, yanno - routine.  I took a break from that for a reason!

Luckily, had someone looking out for me. Phil let me know that they were looking for new people at Global Gossip, so I went in for an interview and I got the job! (Thanks Phil!) I started on Monday, completed 4 days of training and the true test will be on Monday when I open the store for the first time. Eeek! It's part time, a relaxed atmosphere and I think I'm going to have a good time with it. Hope it's all smooth sailing, but I know how to deal with troublemakers in my regular world so I'm sure I'll do just fine here too! Will let you know of course...

tiki taane

Last night I had the best time at a concert than I have in a while. Those of you who know me, know that I have spent a ridiculous amount of money on shows in my lifetime so this says a lot. Phil and I went to see Tiki Taane at the Hi-Fi in Melbourne.  He is an artist from New Zealand whose music is a blend of Maori traditional music with heavy bass/rap/hip-hop/electronica and throw in the occasional reggae. It was just an amazing energy that filled the fairly small venue.

His band made the show a very different experience from what you hear on the cd. The bass vibrated through you. His father, a guest vocalist, brought the traditional Maori to life and it was great to see him rock out too! We danced the night away and all I know is that my body was sore when I woke up. It was a great show that made the soreness worth it!

Check him out at http://tikidub.com/ or his YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/tikidub