Edit: PAGE OF THINGS FOR SALE HERE!
I feel absolutely dreadful today. I think I contracted a cold overnight, and that, mixed in with my allergies today, means I just feel physically miserable. So I dug up a photo of a nice view from a very happy day, and just thought, oh take me back there!
Taken in San Francisco back in last November – I can’t believe it’s been ten months since I was there – I really, really want to go back there again. I’ve got to! One day, when we can afford it, I’m going to twist the boy’s arm and make him come with me. Not that I think any arm-twisting is actually necessary… that is, once the “when we can afford it” part is sussed. Speaking of going away though, we have another trip (this time overseas!) brewing in the works, for Christmas/New Years – just have to book the flights and suss it out. It’s going to be absolutely amazing.
In case you hadn’t noticed, I love traveling. And I’m currently using happy thoughts and memories of it as a means to feel less miserable. I REALLY cannot afford to be sick right now, what with uni resuming again on Monday (I have a test that very day!), and the Rugby World Cup starting on Friday night – which means a big night out, I’m certain. The good news of the day is that the job interview I had yesterday was successful, and now I have part-time/casual work that will pay fairly well. No doubt the funds collected from that job will go towards traveling elsewhere again. I swear, I’m more than happy to empty my entire bank account into two things: travel and fashion – and to be honest… it seems that’s all I’ve been doing since last year.
Which brings me to the next bit – I think I’m going to start trying to sell some of my old stuff on here for cheap. Because Trademe/Ebay and the like are honestly far too much effort, so selling directly here only seems to make sense. My life has changed so much in the past year, that I guess it’s only fair enough that my wardrobe should too. Since it’s been a constant “in with the new” in both life and attire, I guess it’s about time I get on with the “out with the old” part as well. My friends and the boy only know too well how much difficulty I have with letting the past and old things go, so… well this might be a small step towards that. I swear, I often “test” myself by thinking about the worst things possible from the past, just to see how much I can bear it. Like, what the hell is wrong with me?!
Sooo, playlist time:
1. Take Off Your Cool – Outkast with Norah Jones
I love how this song opens with acoustic guitar that sounds nothing like Outkast, and then the crooning comes in… and you know it. Norah Jones is sexy as always though. I remember being a 12-year-old and singing along to her album that mum would play in her car.
2. Crazy For You – Best Coast
Uhh, pretty much how I feel about the boy. Ref to title. That’s all. Oh yeah, except for the bit where I really am, for sure, definitely crazy.
3. Heart in Your Heartbreak – The Pains of Being Pure at Heart
I remember hearing this album for the first time and thinking, oh my god, I swear I’ve heard this before! It’s just a really familiar-sounding album for me, and I mean that in an endearing way. This song is retardedly sweet and painful and all those silly things that I adore.
4. Blindside Kiss – Neon Indian
A couple of hours ago the boy txted me saying that I should listen to Neon Indian’s new album, because he thought that I’d like it. And I do. No more, will I get them confused with Ariel Pink. This album is much more shoe-gazey-and-hazy, and this song is a prime example. I need a lot more listens. The link doesn’t go to Youtube, but goes to some place where the album is streamed, by the way.
5. Strangers – White Lies
Is it fair on White Lies to say that this song is the epitome of what I think of them as? A running bass line, recurring melodic idea on synth, same old deep vocals… I’m making this sound awful, but I swear it’s not. It’s nice. That’s why it’s on here. I’m rambling now. Because I just had to blow my nose three times in a row and now my ears are under pressure, my head hurts, my throat hurts, and the point is, I lost my place as to what I was going to say about this song, dammit!
6. Clinging On For Life – The Hoosiers
This song seriously makes me want to cry.
7. Rome – Phoenix
Because Phoenix are fucking awesome! And listening to them makes me think of the film Somewhere (that they largely hogged the soundtrack of, obviously…), and it’s funny because I had watched that film right after I got back from California, and it was so surreal going “woah I drove down that street too”, or whatever. Who’s the boy you like the most?
San Francisco is indeed a beautiful place. I’ve never been there myself, but my friends who have all share your opinion. That’s also a really descriptive picture. I actually wouldn’t expect that kind of architecture in Northern California.
I didn’t really listen to the lyrics or watch the videos in the playlist, but the sounds, especially the strong bass in most of them, were a really nice change from my usual music. Thanks!
Finally, I am quite tempted to buy your biker’s dress. If I could try it on and it fit me, I would get it. However, US sizes are all over the places in stores these days, that I no longer know whether I’m a 6, 8, or 10… *sigh* I may still snatch it up if no one else takes it after a while.
I also love to travel. :)
I hope you feel better and good luck selling your things.
I enjoyed your playlist. I only knew 1 song and I must say I always enjoy discovering new music.
I took a look at your page – I’ve been trying to cut down on stuff too, as you saw, so I don’t think I’ll be buying anything as I’m saving up for some camera gear too! Haha. I hope you can sell everything. :) I hoard so much stuff, I have a hard time throwing stuff in the bin even if I know I won’t need it. -_-
I love travelling as well but since I can’t afford too much I’ve just been travelling by train to some country places. XD
I used to love OutKast then stopped listening to them. I loved Andre better than the other guy… The Love Below/Speakerboxxx was amazing though haha. I remember hearing that number with Norah Jones, pretty impressive. :B
I have yet to visit SF but I’d really love to, based on what everyone says about the city.
I can tell you love to travel – I like that about you! I’m also discovering my love of traveling :)
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