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2007/9/22 End Fest 16I'm at End Fest 16 with my daughter...and my wife, but she's hanging with a friend. UPDATE: 9/24/2007 Smashing Pumpkins played a peculiar set. It was far too short. Even my daughter was left saying, "How could they not play Zero or Cherub Rock?" I was hoping for Ode to No One. The jam songs approached Spinal Tap levels of guitar wankery. Jimmy C. continues to be a percussion god. Strange that Billy didn't introduce the rest of the band. Or maybe not, as it's Billy. :) 2007/9/14 I love my Sumo chairAfter sitting for hours in them at Penny Arcade Expo 2007, I ordered myself an Omni from Sumo.
It's huge. It's easily reshapeable, yet holds its form nicely. Nicely constructed, too. It will likely last for years.
I usually sit in a nice recliner while doing leisurely stuff at home. Sometimes, though, my back gets unhappy and it's tough to stay comfortable.
Not so with the Sumo. It gives great support and I can stay comfortable for hours.
I've had the Fiery Red one at home for about a week. I just ordered a Tangerine one for my office.
USD$129, free shipping from Canada. Pricey, but well worth it. Mine will arrive without the pictured slackette.
Check it out at www.sumolounge.com
2007/9/3 How long to sing this song?I turned 40 last week.
Strange to consider, since I often seem to be 17.
Some old friends sent thoughtful greetings, my family and I had a lovely dinner at a Japanese restaurant. Thoughtful gifts were received and appreciated.
 In related news, a few weeks ago, I treated myself to a remarkable birthday gift. One of my favorite musicians, Brian Vander Ark, of The Verve Pipe & several solo albums, is doing a summer tour, raising money to produce his next album. He put the call out to his fans, I booked a private performance. As of last week, he'd booked 72 shows over the summer and still has some dates open. Check out his site for more details on the "Lawn Chairs & Living Rooms 2007" tour.
Brian drove to the house straight from the airport, played a ridiculous number of songs at my request and delighted his audience.
I even had the opportunity to play along with one of his songs and then did my best to play lead (on an acoustic, ouch) on a bluesy cover song.
Playing music with someone is one of my favorite things to do. Having the chance to play a great song with the person who wrote and recorded it is a rare joy.
I was simply delighted and gushing.
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