Entries for November, 2003
November 1st, 2003
Free New Sarah McLachlan Album
Posted by MikeyMike at 06:05 AM on November 1, 2003.
Sarah has a new album coming out soon called
Afterglow, and VH1 is streaming the whole thing until, um... for a while anyway... (I didn't hear the end of the advert). I am listening to it right now. This is her first new album in quite a while. She really helped to upgrade the status of women in the music industry by organizing the
Lilith Fair tour... I remember when she was a fairly obscure Canadian making CDs in Vancouver...
Yeap, back in the
FTE and
Into The Fire days...
Listen to all of Afterglow on VH1 streaming
Currently listening to: Sarah McLachlan's Fallen
Currently reading: Anne Rice's Interview with a Vampire
November 2nd, 2003
Emailing Tabulas Friends
Posted by MikeyMike at 12:24 PM on November 2, 2003.
Hey! I found this accidentally (lol) and a couple of other peeps didn't seem to know about it, so here's the 411 on this cool feature... In
Control Panel, click on
Community, then
E-Mail Friends . It shows a list of your
mutual friends. You can then email all or just the people you select... Cool, no??
Goto email friends
Currently listening to: Britany S.(!)'s email my heart ;)
Water
Posted by MikeyMike at 01:59 PM on November 2, 2003.
Your element is Water. You are a deep person and a
good communicator. Incredibably loving and
loyal when your trust is gained and you are
fairly mature.Myterious to the utmost water is
in everything. One can be an Ocean or a river
but nobody truly knows you.
What's your element brought to you by Quizilla
Currently listening to: Flipper's They Call Him Flipper
Currently feeling: damp
November 3rd, 2003
You Don't Have To Cry
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:17 AM on November 3, 2003.
Thought you might like this song from Chante Moore & Kenny Lattimore from their album
Things That Lovers Do...
Listen
Currently listening to: Chante Moore & Kenny Lattimore's You Don't have To Cry
Currently feeling: determined
Vlad <> Prince William?
Posted by MikeyMike at 05:37 PM on November 3, 2003.
from some ad:
Prince William of England descends from the same noble house that spawned Prince Vlad III Dracula of Wallachia (modern Romania). But whereas Prince William has made a killing with his handsome looks and shy smile, Prince Vlad “the Impaler” achieved infamy for his tortuous methods of execution— most notably his penchant for impaling victims on tall wooden spikes.
So, (I can't resist) do you think Prince William has a talent for "impalement" too?!
Currently feeling: Cheeky
November 5th, 2003
Free To A Good Home
Posted by MikeyMike at 10:41 PM on November 5, 2003.
Yes, sadly this poor mutt must go... any takers??
"Dear Mike,
A friend of mine is looking for a good home for their family dog. He
said it's really lovable and friendly with the kids, but his wife said the dog makes her nervous when it stares at her. She wants it out of the house. If you know of anyone who may be interested, let me know. Picture attached."
Currently listening to: Patti Page's How Much Is That Doggie In The Window?
Currently feeling: anxious
November 6th, 2003
David Bisbal
Posted by MikeyMike at 06:44 AM on November 6, 2003.
Hey guys, I think you're really missing something if you don't know about
David Bisbal. I first saw him on the
World Music Awards on the WB a while back. He won some Spanish reality show, (like
American Idol) and has taken off from there. Even if you don't speak Spanish, some of his songs are pretty darn hot!
In fact, I have Zhi Wen traveling down to Spain to check him out!!
(Just Kidding)
I have his song
Vida Loca for you, and you can check out his rather good
web site here. And I don't think you ladies will object to the "eye candy" aspect either! XD
Currently listening to: David Bisbal's Vida Loca
Currently feeling: amused
Christmas Market Nuremberg
Posted by MikeyMike at 11:05 PM on November 6, 2003.
Just visited
Amanda's Tab and she was talking about the lovely Christmas market in her English hometown. It Got me thinking about my time in Germany, and the Christmas Market held for hundreds of years in the medieval town of Nuremberg.
Maybe I can dig up some old pictures from when I was there? (And the less reputable Oktoberfest pics! :O) But for now, here are some photos from the 2002 event. The city has a very nice
Web Site for the Christmas Market. I'm starting to get the Christmas spirit!
Currently listening to: MikeyMike's It's Beginning to Feel A Lot Like Christmas
Currently feeling: pleased
November 7th, 2003
Free Contents
Posted by MikeyMike at 11:15 PM on November 7, 2003.
Perhaps you know that paid Tabulas members can store up to 8 media files under their contents Tab? I have some things that I rather like there now. Can't keep 'em forever with just eight available slots. So... If you DL something, can you let me know?
Click here for the goods
Current files: 11/27
[2730]Leann Rimes - Review My Kisses - Thanks Zhi!
[2730]Maroon5 - Sweetest Goodbye
[2730]Ashanti - Justify My Love - from Fast & Furious OST
[2730]Deep Blue Sea - by Deep Forest/Anggun
[2730]DeeStylistic - By My Side - New!
[2730]I love You Love Me - by Fame winner Harlemm Lee!
[2730]David Bisbal-Vida Loca - Si!!
[2730]Delta Goodrem - Longer - New
Currently listening to: Harlemm Lee's I Love You Love Me
Currently feeling: hyper
November 11th, 2003
Shopping
Posted by MikeyMike at 12:55 PM on November 11, 2003.
DOOH! I forgot the most important part: Harleem Lee is coming to San Diego this Friday! This was never mentioned before today!
Just got back from Tower Records La Jolla. A friend of mine is a huge Asian American Harlemm Lee ( Fame "reality" TV show winner) fan. Today his CD came out. I heard on his Yahoo group that they only had 10 copies available(!) So, I got my ass up at 10am and headed out. There was no one there! I was expecting swarms looking to buy the new CD. lol They let me buy 2 of the 10 copies that they had. It's a pretty good CD and I also found some videos on the net of his to burn. What a nice guy I am!
This person works two jobs, so chasing after the CD would be a real burden...
Since I was there anyway... I also got David Bisbal's CD
Corazon Latino... Very good CD! It also comes with a DVD. What an excellent idea! See? Listening on the Internet can sell CDs! Sold me.
Currently listening to: Harlemm Lee's Jasmine Rain
Currently feeling: happy
November 12th, 2003
November (16th) Baby
Posted by MikeyMike at 03:20 AM on November 12, 2003.
Thanks for the birthday wishes!! I really
apprieciate it...
Stolen Befriended from
Magical:
NOVEMBER:
Has a lot of ideas. Difficult to fathom. Thinks forward. Unique and
brilliant. Extraordinary ideas. Sharp thinking.
Fine and strong clairvoyance. Can become good doctors. Dynamic in personality.
Secretive. Inquisitive. Knows how to dig secrets. Always thinking. Less talkative but amiable. Brave and generous. Patient. Stubborn and hard-hearted. If there is a will, there is a way. Determined. Never give up. Hardly becomes angry unless provoked.
Loves to be alone. Thinks differently from others. Sharp-minded. Motivates oneself. Does not appreciates praises. High-spirited. Well-built and tough.
Deep love and emotions. Romantic. Uncertain in relationships. Homely.
Hardworking. High abilities.
Trustworthy. Honest and keeps secrets. Not able to control emotions. Unpredictable.
Currently listening to: Tabulistas's Birthday Song
Currently feeling: amused
Review My Kisses
Posted by MikeyMike at 12:32 PM on November 12, 2003.
lyrics from
Review My Kisses... a surprisingly different song from Leann Rimes... Zhi Wen knows a good song!
I want to review my kisses
On every inch of your body
I want to reveal my secrets
That only you should know
I feel all this pain inside me
That only your lips can make
better
I want to review my kisses
So you won't forget that you
are mine
Currently listening to: LeAnn Rimes's Review My Kisses
Currently feeling: melancholy
November 17th, 2003
Baby Emma Picture!
Posted by MikeyMike at 12:05 PM on November 17, 2003.
Hi sports fans! I've got a new baby Emma picture on board today... She's up to a bouncing 10 pounds now. Mom is still trying to keep up with her! lol
Currently listening to: Amy Grant's Baby Baby
Currently feeling: rejuvenated
November 18th, 2003
Meteor Shower Tonight
Posted by MikeyMike at 05:14 PM on November 18, 2003.
Our problem in SOCAL is the overcast we almost always get at night (not to mention the light pollution!) Maybe we'll be lucky tonight!?
"The Leonid meteor shower will peak late tonight into early Wednesday, hurling bits of ancient comet debris into Earth's atmosphere. While it will not match grand displays of recent years, the 2003 version is expected to provide a good number of shooting stars and a handful of spectacularly bright fireballs."
Here are the details from
Space.com
Later note: Just saw one bright fireball on the way home tonight, about 1:45am (9:45am GMT)
Currently listening to: Jerry Lee Lewis's Great Balls of Fire
November 19th, 2003
Thanksgiving Pets
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:42 AM on November 19, 2003.
lol! Isn't this a funny pic? Sent by my faithful High School friend Cath... What are the traditions in your country for this holiday (or similar)?? I'll save you a drumstick!
Currently feeling: silly grin
November 20th, 2003
Harlemm Lee in San Diego this Friday!
Posted by MikeyMike at 01:23 PM on November 20, 2003.
Update: Just saw Harlemm on KUSI! He was on 4 segments, 3 shorties (bumpers?) and the main segment at 8:45. The hosts loved him, and he sang and spoke very well. See ya' tonight at Borders!
For everyone that might want to see Harleem Lee (Winner of the Fame contest on NBC this summer) live in San Diego this Friday (11/21): (
Listen to him Here!)
He has a live performance on KUSI Morning News (Ch. 9) from 7 am - 9 am. (not sure of the exact time slot)
Harleem wil be performing and greeting his fans at Borders Gaslamp in Downtown San Diego at 8 pm. (668 6th Ave., 619-702-4200)
You can share the excitement at his
Yahoo fan group
Currently listening to: Harlemm Lee's I Love You Love Me
November 22nd, 2003
Harlemm at Borders San Diego!
Posted by MikeyMike at 01:34 AM on November 22, 2003.
I just got back from Harlemm Lee's performance at Borders in downtown San Diego tonight. He is one great performer! There was an amazing turnout, given that there was almost no real promotion. One group came down from San Francisco - it was their vacation!
I must admit that I wasn't too enthusiastic when a friend was all ga-ga about him. I hadn't even seen the show this summer. Well, the more I found out about him, the more impressed I became. His music might not be your cup of tea, but it's hard not admire his tenacity and ability to make a song his own.
As you probably know, Asian performers in this country can't catch a break. He's been in LA for 17 years, never quite fitting the demographic... Just like Coco Lee's US album went nowhere quick without the promotion other artists might expect.
He is truly gifted and I hope that Harlemm has a long and rewarding career! Did I mention he's a great guy too?
Currently listening to: Harlemm Lee's Destiny
Currently feeling: grateful
Fun
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:34 AM on November 22, 2003.
Ok you Britney fans... here's her latest "production"!
(thanks Mitch!)
Somebody open da' door!
.
Currently listening to: Britney Spears's Oops, I Did It Again!
Currently feeling: amused
Welcome Michelle!
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:55 PM on November 22, 2003.
I hope you'll all give my good buddy
Michelle (aka Mitch) a big Tabulista welcome! I've known her for years on the 'net, and she has been unfailingly good humored and kind. As a Doctor-to-be, she's hella smart too. I'm hoping she'll see that my gruel is properly made in my dotage!
I'm sure she'll make a great addition to our lil' family!
Currently listening to: Lea Salonga's Nandito Ako
November 23rd, 2003
Jingle Ball 2003
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:21 PM on November 23, 2003.
Guess what's coming to San Diego very soon?? It's the annual
Jingle Ball to support Becky's House - A family violence prevention charity. They give battered woman and their children a safe place to go...
This year Jewel, Seal, Sarah McLachlan, Dido, Michelle Branch, Jason Mraz, plus other big names will be appearing 12/4-12/5! Will Mikey be going? 'fraid not, unless I win tickets (they are having lots of contests). So... maybe!
Check out Jingle Ball 2003!
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Currently listening to: Jason Mraz's You and I Both
Currently feeling: working
November 25th, 2003
Deestylistic
Posted by MikeyMike at 04:16 AM on November 25, 2003.
Hey! Here's a song from a new Asian rap group I found care of
Julie (Juzer) hosting the lovely
Kir's domain.
The singers are between 15-17 years old. Sexy, but sweet lil' song called
By Your Side...
What I want to know is who's the little girl that does the intro/"outro" voice??
Listen here Great for all you love birds out there!
Update: I fell asleep with this song on headphones. Now it's deeply etched into my brain cells!!
(hearing music box wind-up yet again)
Currently listening to: Deestylistic's By Your Side
Currently feeling: loving
This Just In...
Posted by MikeyMike at 03:52 PM on November 25, 2003.
Twas the night of Thanksgiving, but I just couldn't sleep.
I tried counting backwards; I tried counting sheep.
The leftovers beckoned - the dark meat and white,
But I fought the temptation with all of my might.
Tossing and turning with anticipation,
The thought of a snack became infatuation.
So I raced to the kitchen, flung open the door
And gazed at the fridge, full of goodies galore.
I gobbled up turkey and buttered potatoes,
Pickles and carrots, beans and tomatoes.
I felt myself swelling so plump and so round,
'Til all of a sudden, I rose off the ground.
I crashed through the ceiling, floating into the sky
With a mouthful of pudding and a handful of pie.
But I managed to yell as I soared past the trees...
Happy eating to all; pass the cranberries, please.
May your stuffing be tasty; may your turkey be plump.
May your potatoes 'n gravy have nary a lump.
May your yams be delicious; may your pies take the prize.
May your Thanksgiving dinner stay off of your thighs.
HAVE A WONDERFUL THANKSGIVING!
Currently listening to: Adam Sandler's The Turkey Song
Currently feeling: mellow
Michael Jackson's Press Release
Posted by MikeyMike at 09:01 PM on November 25, 2003.
From Jacko's offical site:
"To my fans, friends and family:"
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Currently listening to: Michael Jackson's Thriller
Currently feeling: crazy
November 26th, 2003
Sweetest Goodbye
Posted by MikeyMike at 01:58 PM on November 26, 2003.
This, gentle readers, is from the group
Maroon 5's album
Songs about Jane:
Listen to it here
Where you are seems to be
As far as an eternity
Outstretched arms, open hearts
And if it never ends then when do we start?
I'll never leave you behind
Or treat you unkind
I know you understand
And with a tear in my eye
Give me the sweetest goodbye
That I ever did receive
Pushing forward and arching back
Bring me closer to heart attack
Say goodbye and just fly away
When you come back
I have some things to say
How does it feel to know you never have to be alone
When you get home
There must be someplace here that only you and I could go
So I can show you how I...
Dream away everyday
Try so hard to disregard
The rhythm of the rain that drops
And coincides with the beating of my heart
Currently listening to: Maroon 5's Sweetest Goodbye
November 27th, 2003
Music of the Moment
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:45 AM on November 27, 2003.
I am really pleased that some of you like the songs I've put up
recently. I love music so much... and it's a shame not to be able to share the special music you've found with people that apprieciate it!
Everyone has their own taste, and I respect that. I love finding music that most people would never get to hear otherwise. (The same with film.) In the US, it's hard to hear anything that some mega-corporation isn't pushing! It's very rewarding to hear what the rest of the world is doing too! XD
I should say that many of the songs I love where introduced to me by the very astute
JenJen. She's lived in Indonesia, Europe and New York City. We share many of the same tastes, but additionally she is a fan of electronica and dance music too. Thanks Jen!
Update: Please let me know what songs you DL, so I can replace them with new stuff. Tabulas Friends with low bandwidth Internet connections: I will send you a CD-R if you want.
My God! The Black Eyed Peas'
Where Is The Love? is a great song, both on an emotional level and has such profound words for us, without being maudlin...
Whatever happened to the values of humanity
Whatever happened to the fairness in equality
Instead of spreading love, we're spreading animosity
Lack of understanding, leading lives away from unity
That's the reason why sometimes I'm feelin' under
That's the reason why sometimes I'm feelin' down
There's no wonder why sometimes I'm feelin' under
Gotta' keep my faith alive till love is found
Currently listening to: Black Eyed Peas's Where Is the Love?
Currently reading: Mineko Iwasaki's Geisha, A Life
Currently feeling: thankful
Weather Pixie!
Posted by MikeyMike at 03:20 PM on November 27, 2003.
This is too cute! spied at JenJen's site...
The Weather Pixie Site
This is a very amusing appilication of a universal weather reporting format! You can see below the range of outerwear each Pixie has. Find your own special one...
They have PDA compatible and Active Directory versions too. Bet there's a Pixie for vous... They change clothes as the temp. changes. Let's hope for a heat wave!! lol - Mikey Likes it!
Just a minute longer. Than this
Just a little closer. Than this
I would get to know you
A little bit better
I could tell you
If only we had
Just a minute longer
Delta Goodram - Longer
Currently listening to: Linda Ronstadt's Heat Wave
Currently feeling: smirk
Holiday TV
Posted by MikeyMike at 11:11 PM on November 27, 2003.
Watching that holiday classic:
T2 Judgement Day... starring our new Govenah Ahhnold! lol "Hasta la vista, baby!"
I'll let you know how it comes out!
Endnote: Well, I don't think Canadians would put up with such bad driving, but that's just another day in SOCAL!
November 28th, 2003
Snail Mail from France
Posted by MikeyMike at 12:05 AM on November 28, 2003.
Lookey here! I got a postcard from Paris! "We'll always have Paris" Thanks!
Speaking of Paris, have you all read
The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown?? Excellent read! Something for everyone...
Oh, and what do we think of
Love Actually?? Was it
Aggie that described
Pride and Prejudice as "6+ hours of Colin Firth"? lol
Soundtrack looks good!
And even
MORE Paris:
Amelie DVD! - some people hate this movie; some, like yours truly, simply adore it!
Guess it depends on your disposition towards Yard Trolls!
Magical! (perhaps a *little* long)
Currently listening to: Anggun's Summer In Paris
Currently feeling: giddy
November 29th, 2003
Girl With A Pearl Earring Movie
Posted by MikeyMike at 02:19 PM on November 29, 2003.
Thanks to
Zhi Wen for reminding me of this!
Who of my gentle readers didn't love
Girl With A Pearl Earring by Tracy Chevalier?
I didn't know Scarlett Johansson when I first heard a film version was being made. But since then, I was amazed at her performance in
Lost In Translation with Bill Murray! (aptly described as "A valentine to the city of Tokyo" - but I digress...) And we all know
Colin Firth, right ladies?
Well, besides eye candy, he's a very serious actor. So, I was delighted at seeing these two paired for the lead roles.
Tom Wilkinson is usually excellent too. Good so far...
When in doubt - check it out! One of my fav sites for quickly assessing a movie is
Rotten Tomatoes dot com. Funny name, but they have ratings by all the major film reviewers out there. Plus links, etc. With all the diverse viewpoints, you can make up your own mind.
Perhaps I should call an intermission and let you check out the
site for the movie? - I'll be here, waiting patiently
Ah, you're back.
Don't you get the feeling that this is a film made with care and respect for the subject matter? It certainly seems so to me! Wide release is in January, 2004. But there are limited engagements before that. San Diego (hehehe) is often a test bed for new films, so maybe there will be a sneak preview here? I am on several lists (pays to go to those film festivals!) so ya' never know!
Girl with a Pearl Earring by Johannes Vermeer now hangs in the Mauritshuis Museum, in The Hague, Holland. Anyone seen it for real??
In Depth study of this painting
Currently reading: Tracy Chevalier's Girl with a Pearl Earring
Currently feeling: creative
