VWLaura 101

ok....so I've made a few changes. everyone likes change, right?

New title: Floating Fast. Taken from my favorite Wilco song (actually my favorite song ever) "Hummingbird"



as this is my 101st post I have decided to treat it like and introduction class...life has been pretty intense as I mentioned in post 100. I thought I'd take a few minutes to update on the minor things in my life and the stuff that I've recently found myself more and more interested in...so here it goes!

MUSIC

Josh Ritter
Kinda folksy one might say, impressive though, I've been listening to both of his major releases (gotta love how you can log onto iTunes and spend hours linking musicians from one to another!) Reminds me a bit of Bob Dylan, which is odd because I'm not a big fan of Bob Dylan (in any of his phases)


Ray Montagne
Alright, so about two months ago, maybe one, John Mayer blogged about this guy, who I have been listening to sporadically for two years now. (90.7 FUV is always good to hear something new!) He's such a mellow sounding guy, but the scratchy quality of his voice adds that sexy gruff to his music. I do however feel like he moves his arms way too much when strumming the guitar, it makes me laugh.


Lady Gaga "Just Dance"
Can't get the song out of my head. Last weekend when we went away the first thing I was asked by our friend Travis was "You know that song just dance, she says "doo doo" doesn't she?!" then I was whacked with a throw pillow which led to a joust and pillow fight.


Beyonce "Single Ladies"
Another one that I can't get out of my head, and if you missed SNL this past week...fantastic parody. I must say I am impressed by Beyonce's ability to keep her love life so publicly private as a star, as well she is constantly in great shape while still being shapely. I'd like to have whatever she's having....or find out exactly what her workout routine is.





G Love
I think I've talked about G Love before, he's on Brushfire Records (Jack Johnson) and originally from Philly, he's one of those musicians who fall into multiple categories but can be liked by everyone alike.



John Legend and Andre 3000 "Green Light"
Two amazing musicians, I'm always excited when one of them has something new out, and combining efforts, this song is going to definitely be a playlist keeper for the new year.



Lil Wayne
You name it, I like it! I cannot get enough of this guy and I have no idea why. He is completely different from my typical music favoring but I find him so entertaining. As well, last weekend when we were at the club, Kevin Rudolf was performing live, which was awesome because we went in, had no idea he was performing and it was an added bonus! WHOO HOO! My apologies for anyone who finds lil wayne to be too sexual, but listen to it for the ridiculousness, and hey....its better than Lil Jon screaming "YEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA" behind everything on the radio!







TV

The Office

As always, this is one of my favorites. The Pam and Jim story line this season is driving me crazy though. The Andy/Angela wedding is hysterical (have you checked out their website? )

30 Rock

"Can you please say "WELCOME LIIIIIZZZZZZ LEEEEEEEMOOOOOOOOOOOOOON!!!!"" Tina Fey is a genius...though not part of 30 Rock I wanted to vote for her as Sarah Palin rather than any of the running candidates in the past election. This show gets funnier and funnier every episode, and I love how they use old NBC stars to promote ratings. Alec Baldwin, funny. Never liked him until I started watching this show!

Family Guy

A classic, always a solid fall back, I stopped watching the new episodes for a while. is an AMAZING website that allows internet tv watching. so I'm able to catch up there. Season 7 is amazing.

Disney Channel...I'm a junkie.

I used to watch the food network like they were going to cancel my cable subscription any day, not anymore. My attention has been turned to the Disney Channel. Wholesome family entertainment is fantastic. my favs...Hannah Montana , Suite Life of Zack and Cody , Wizards of Waverly Place and Life with Derek.

FOOD/BEVVIES

Wine

I have become such a big wine drinker. My favorite has been merlot for a long time, but after the Ren Faire with my friends and Steve and my tour at Bedell, I have started expanding my palate with other colors and tastes. Wine is fun. I've definitely learned that!

Starbucks Ice pops

98% fat free and realllllly tastey!

cheese and dried meats

classy, goes with wine...and sooo tastey and delicious. My favorite find, Wawa Pepperoni and cheese and cracker cups to go. Too bad there's no Wawa close by.

Chipotle...the most amazing food ever. hands down. love it.


CLOTHING/SHOPPING

New York and Company

stylish, affordable and classic for work. Plus they carry Petites! YAY SHORTIES!

Target....no joke, I find some awesome stuff here.


I know...I know...Carrie Bradshaw said "Classy, not trashy" but I was surprised to find some really classy stuff here as well as some of the most comfy panties EVER! As well, theirs is the first lace I find washes well and doesn't pull in the laundry.

MOVIES

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

I am a sucker for Michael Cera. He's funny and awkward. The whole story was cute and right up my alley, Steve's convinced minus being Jewish and having a famous dad, my teenage years were much like Norah's...bridge and tunnel. Which they were kinda...though most of my time I spent on the Island and not in the city, I did spend a lot of time in the city.

Other than that one, I haven't been to the movies in a while...but I am looking REALLY forward to Twilight. I've started reading the books (halfway through New Moon) and I'm addicted. The movie is going to be amazing! hopefully....