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Just like Radiohead… I’m a Creep

May 8, 2012 by Cassie

This evening, a friend and I had a dinner date. We made food, had a few drinks and started up Netflix. After countless titles flashed before our eyes, we saw it and decided immediately: Cruel Intentions.

Once my favorite movie, Cruel Intentions came out when both my friend and I were growing up. I had the biggest crush on Sebastian Valmont (Ryan Phillippe‘s character), the bad boy gone soft. But at some point it dawned on both my friend and I that he hadn’t aged as we had. I mean, he just looked so young! But that’s the thing about film, right? It captures you at a certain age forever.

So, the question becomes when do you, as a viewer, start to feel a little creepy for still being attracted to what you were initially attracted to years ago? i.e., my 13-year-old self thought that Sebastian was one of the most attractive, or as 13 y.o. me would say, “HOTT, HOTT, HOTTEST!” characters around. But as an adult watching this same movie, I remember the attraction, and even think he’s cute, but feel very strange admitting that this previous crush is still exists a bit.

I just wonder, is it creepy? Is it that strange? Or is it completely normal?

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Spring Shoe Love and Bright Colors

March 21, 2012 by Cassie

Surprise! It’s actually nice enough in Chicago to go sans jacket and pull out some fun shoes- or in my case, go on a shoe buying spree. I’m loving these new ones! Now, if I could just figure out how to break them in without killing my feet in the process, all would be well in the world…

Another fun Spring fix- brightly colored nails. I spruced them up a bit, by adding print to them. I got the idea from a post on pintrest the other day. It’s extremely easy- once your nails are dry, dip them in alcohol (or use a q-tip)- I used vodka, then place a strip of newspaper with text and press firmly (holding in place- if you move it, the text will blur), peel off slowly, and then paint a top coat over it!

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Painting Again

March 18, 2012 by Cassie

So, I purchased a Groupon a while back for this 4-week painting class right around the corner from my apartment. It was about to expire, so I signed up right before it did. Each week I’ve created something very different. What’s great is I have rediscovered how incredibly calming painting can be. I thought I’d share what I’ve made thus far:

Week 1: Acrylic Still Life

Week 2: Acrylic Figure in Style of Another Artist

Week 3: Seascape in Oil

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Sweet Home Chicago

October 2, 2010 by Cassie

I’m back in Chicago and loving every second of it. There’s so much to do all the time– which is why I haven’t written about it yet- HA. But in all seriousness, I’ve moved about 5 times since April, found a new Job, new apartment & roommates, and was traveling a bit– so now it’s time to update on the awesomeness only the windy city can provide.

ComedySportz: Every Wednesday they have FREE Improv. It’s fun as hell, the beer is cheap, and the people are spectacular. It’s just East on Belmont from the El, directly across from Clarke’s. I usually head to the 9PM BattleProv show… Do yourself a favor and check it out. Here’s the schedule:

7pm – REC League
8 PM – Kayfabe
9 PM – Battle-Prov
10 PM – Improv Open Mike

Trader Todd’s: KARAOKE! KARAOKE! YES! This lovely gem is located just North of Belmont and Sheffield. They have decent house beer, good margaritas, and karaoke every night of the week! (I love karaoke… if you don’t, you suck). They also like to give away free parties (an hour of free well drinks & house beer and wine, & discount on appetizers). It’s always fun, as long as you don’t bring anti-karaoke people there… leave those people at home.

Guthrie’s Tavern: This is one of my favorite new finds since I’ve been back. I used to live right next door to this little corner bar, but even since I’ve moved, I frequent it on semi-regular basis. Located on the corner of Addison and Lakewood, (about two blocks west on Addison from Wrigley field) you’d think it would be just another Wrigleyville bar. NOPE. See, they have shelves of board games to choose from, decently priced drinks, and you can order food to be delivered there. Friday and Saturday nights it can get a little crazy (especially if the cubbies are playing), but other than that it’s just a nice neighborhood hangout. Downside: sometimes they seem a bit understaffed– it can be pretty hard to get a drink, even on a slow night.


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I’m Not Taking it Back– An OH NO! Purchase Gone OH SO RIGHT!

February 9, 2010 by Cassie

So last week, I came to work to find that my pants had been completely ruined in the wash. Culprit: Unknown, Damage: Major grease stains on my only pair of work pants. (And of course, everything else seemed to be fine). After realizing that the stains weren’t going to come out, I headed out to the store.

Ross Stores is kind of like a TJ Maxx or a Marshall’s here in Colorado. It’s more organized than any of the other stores of it’s kind that I’ve been to, or so I thought. I grabbed a couple pairs of pants, and a few shirts to try on– found two pairs that fit for $10.00 a piece and a shirt I really liked for $6.00.

Then, the next morning as I was getting ready for work, I noticed the tags on the shirt. “Blah, blah, blah brand MATERNITY,” uhhh WTF?!

I debated whether or not I should return it, so I tried it on again. HELL NO, I’m not returning it. I mean, sure, it has a bit of extra room in the tummy area, but it has to be the most comfortable piece of clothing that I’ve bought in a very long time. It’s cute, it hides my pudge, and I could sleep in it. Maybe I should just start buying maternity clothes from now on! I mean, six bucks for a work worthy and comfy shirt- why the eff not?!

Please explain to me why don’t they make normal work clothes this comfortable!

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I Don’t Know Who You Are… Why’s Your Number in My Phone?!

February 5, 2010 by Cassie

So earlier this week, I was trying to move all of my contacts to my SIM card, so that if I broke my phone (again) I would have all of my numbers. BUT– it wouldn’t move all of them because there were too many, so I started looking for contacts I could delete. In doing this, I realized that most of the numbers I have in my phone are JUNK.

I have NO IDEA who some of these people are.

So that leaves two options: I either knew the person a while back, or I met them when I was out. I’m fully confident that the latter of the two is where most of my numbers have come from. For the life of me, I cannot recall who “Debbie” or “Cherie” is, and more so, I cannot recall numerous male names that plague my contact list!

Somewhere along the line I developed a trick to inputting guys numbers from bars. I put the bar where I met them after their name… So, for instance, I have “Blake- UG” for someone named Blake from  Underground (I think he was a volleyball coach?). I guess that would be handy if I ever wanted to actually talk to any of the randoms in my phone. But from my experience, I usually chat with someone for a while, get a drink, exchange numbers and never talk to them again (or hear from them again for that matter- which is fine by me). However, what I still can’t understand is why these numbers are still in my phone. I haven’t been to Underground in over a year! More to the point, I’ve been in a relationship for over a year and haven’t been taking anyone’s number while I’m out.

It baffles me that I haven’t gone through all of these before now… but then again, I guess I’ve never had a reason to. From now on, I vow to delete all numbers acquired while intoxicated the very next morning (if I’m capable of normal functioning of course). This way, I will never again have to spend an entire hour deleting people from my phone.

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State Radio Rocks Boulder: More Obsession Ensues

January 25, 2010 by Cassie

An avid Dispatch fan, I’ve followed the band State Radio since it’s inception. And last Friday night, I was lucky enough to see them again. No matter how many times I’ve seen them play, I always leave with an overwhelming feeling of elation and gratitude that a band like this exists. They’re similar to Dispatch in style (especially on certain songs) but are what I can only describe as edgier and more political. If they have something to say, they don’t hold back; this is evident in their tracks.

Not only do they deliver an extraordinary set, they also serve as an inspiration to much of their audience. On Friday, I got to speak with a girl who had never heard the band before. She was not only blown away by how much she enjoyed their music, but also with how much the band speaks to human rights. State Radio both preaches AND practices a huge focus on Activism which is hard to miss. Every concert that I’ve gone to has been preluded by some sort of volunteer work near or in the community in which they play. The program, called Calling All Crows, is a great way to get involved.

I highly suggest catching a show if they’re playing near you. I think music fans across many genres will find State Radio fascinating– and for more than just their amazing music.

P.S. You won’t break the bank for tickets to their shows. Usually their tickets are about $20.00-$25.00 in my experience.

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