Representative Rant!
From Esquire:
The James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act would have provided $7.4 billion for the firefighters and medics of 9/11, many of whom suffer from long-term health effects. Republicans called the bill "bloated" and opposed the procedure of the vote, which denied them amendments; only twelve lent support, and it failed to pass. Michael Bloomberg condemned the (lack of) action as "outrageous," but Rep. Anthony Weiner had the strongest words you'll hear from an elected official in an election year
Friday Five
According to my cranky boss, "I actually prefer single-ply toilet paper" is not an appropriate interesting fact at an office retreat. I guess it's not interesting enough.
When I first started my job out of college, all that I did was copy and paste. Now that I've been working for nearly three years, I've proven myself by copying and pasting much faster than I did before.
My Nana always told me that the greatest risk in life is not taking a risk. That's why I put my portion of the inheritance on black. Turns out that a) Nana was full of it and b) you can get kicked out of a casino for crying so hard that you crap your pants.
When I'm bored at work, I like to post hotel reviews on travel websites. The content varies, but the first sentence is always the same: "This hotel is a vacationer's paradise......if you love rats."
I’m planning to quit my job soon so that it’s not too late to put “I’m taking my talents to South Beach” in my resignation letter.
The biggest problem with the iPhone nobody is talking about
Everyone knows about how shitty the newest iPhone's antenna is. Basically you hold the thing in your left hand and you'll see your signal plummet to the point where you can't actually make a call. Now, I haven't had as bad an experience as others - in fact I've found the reception is quite a bit better than the original iPhone (iPhone classic?), iPhone 3G, or even the iPhone 3GS. Apple hasn't really talked up the fact that the phone intelligently picks the best cell tower for your call, rather than prioritizing the cell tower with the strongest signal (techie and hard to market). But I digress, this is the problem nobody is talking about:The Last JOTW?: Midnight Spin: "In The Air (Revival)"
Dartmouth '06s Danny S (drummer) and Ben W (bass) formed a band with a few of their friends and fellow musicians, and have been working the bar and campus scene for over three years now. This is probably not their first video, but it's definitely their most polished. Looking forward to more.
Gotta hand it to them for sticking their neck out there and going "off the track" from what's typical for most Ivy League grads. Danny and lead singer Mikey did a mean impromptu performance at Albert, Hank and my NY place after the ball dropped NYE 07/08. We did some damage to the ceiling and walls from all the percussion playing, but we all thought it was worth it.
As far as the "Last JOTW" goes, I'm probably going to take some time away from AMDAL as a writer and contributor. Based on the way writing / reading has gone lately, this might also mean my editor responsibilities will also diminish or fade away. It's been a lot of fun for me, especially JOTW. I've enjoyed exposing people to music and videos I've enjoyed while also learning what it means to try to write creatively in a public forum. It's been a pretty freeing experience in a lot ways, to open myself up to criticism but also a lot of kind praise. Hopefully those JOTW fans have gotten at least a small piece of what it's given back to me.
If you are really motivated to continue learning about hot jams, check them out for yourself at onsmash (my favorite video blog), nahright and missinfo. Or if you just want to see them through my filter, I'll continue sharing via my twitter handle (@rozenswag) and my shared items on google reader.
LiveBlog: Wilder, VT
Awaiting the fireworks
early here with the hippies.
early here with the hippies.
Random Thoughts
What is it about children laughing and playing on a jungle gym that makes you want to stop what you’re doing and drop your pants?Actual NYC subway ad: “Please Offer a Seat. (It’s not only polite, it’s the law.)” If it’s the law, what’s with the Please? I don’t ever recall seeing a “Please Buckle Up, It’s The Law” sign.
I’ve learned that the worst time to take an Ambien is right before you go to the gym and do a major chest workout.
Whenever I come upon a quote or passage from a Shakespeare play, all I can think is: I don’t really understand any of this.
At the gym the other week I was showering next to this black guy and seeing him naked shattered my commonly held belief that all black guys are well endowed. If I had to guess, I’d say his package was barely two to three times bigger than the best erection I’ve ever had.
How to Cope with the Crushing Disappointment (and Hangover)
1. Watch this several times:
2. Spend countless hours laughing your ass off at Awkward Family Photos.com. (Make sure you check out the AFP Hall of Fame.)
"Jerry decided to pitch the tent a little early."
2. Spend countless hours laughing your ass off at Awkward Family Photos.com. (Make sure you check out the AFP Hall of Fame.)
"Jerry decided to pitch the tent a little early."3. Remember: While soccer is unbelievably awesome and absolutely what we want, it also by far the gayest sport in the entire world.
The only thing gayer than this picture, I think, is a Josh Pence photo shoot.
See?
The only thing gayer than this picture, I think, is a Josh Pence photo shoot.
See?4. Leeroy Jenkins.
5. Angry German Kid.
Hat Tips: Kevin, Bank, Luigi
("[T]he Escape-button is gone!") This video explains so much.
Hat Tips: Kevin, Bank, Luigi
We're USA And We're Going All The Way
If you're having difficulty getting fired up for tomorrow's World Cup match against Ghana (e.g. you're a zombie; you're Glenn Beck), check out this video immediately.
If you're in NYC and need a place to watch, come to O'Reilly's on 35th St., between 5th and 6th. In addition to hordes of patriotic and passionate US soccer fans going absolutely bonkers, there will be a $30 All You Can Drink special from 1pm to 5pm (as well as tons of hot chicks looking to hook up*). Hope to see you there.
USA! USA! USA!
Hat Tip: JDinner
*This part is not true.
(Question: Anyone else a huge sucker for the Rudy soundtrack? I swear, every time I hear those strings and brass in combination - with any type of sports footage (even croquet) - I start balling like Vada during Thomas J.'s funeral at the end of My Girl.)
If you're in NYC and need a place to watch, come to O'Reilly's on 35th St., between 5th and 6th. In addition to hordes of patriotic and passionate US soccer fans going absolutely bonkers, there will be a $30 All You Can Drink special from 1pm to 5pm (as well as tons of hot chicks looking to hook up*). Hope to see you there.
USA! USA! USA!
Hat Tip: JDinner
*This part is not true.
Photo of the Week: "Rainbowlt"
I know, I know. Last "Photo of the Day" was a shot of the city, but I just couldn't resist. We've had a couple monster storms come through Chicago over the past week, and the last one really provided some amazing scenes. As crazy as this photo is, you really had to be there. Imagine hearing a tornado siren (think off-tune nuclear siren - really spooky), watching a full double-rainbow appear, and seeing the sky light up with multiple lightening bolts - all at once!
*UPDATE: Insane HD video of this storm... must see!
Bonus picture and photo description after the break:
