let's call it a day

2010-07-13T12:02:00.002-04:00

The 2nd Hand Down Your Pants sale went well this past Saturday! Here are some photos of the day.Stay tuned for what is happening with HDYP over the next couple of months. Will be big things.

2010-07-11T05:03:00.001-04:00

Street cleaners at five in the morning

2010-07-09T18:59:00.005-04:00

As McJagger gets comfortable (finally) in the house, I sit and blast Freelance Whales. The album is amazing, and I've only took a quick listen. I like it alot. I also really like it when the cutest kitty ever sits on my lap for ever while I pet her. She has gotten tired of the petting, and is now exploring all of the counter-top space. This rules.I am going to eat cherries now.Freelance Whales -

HANDSHANDSHANDS

2010-07-09T18:13:00.002-04:00

Tomorrow from 9 am to 4pm we are hosting the 2nd HAND DOWN YOUR PANTS at McNabb park on Percy street! We are getting very excited, as we pack all of the clothing and accessories into the car in preparation for tomorrow morning! As of now, the weather looks great!!Come with an appetite and a shopping bag, because we're going to cookin' up wienies and some delicious deals!!Lots of clothing for men

CANADA DAY

2010-06-30T10:21:00.000-04:00

Ladies and gentlemen of the night,Canada Day is fast approaching, and we can feel the city scramble as they rush to get themselves suited up for the big festivities! I know my Thursday evening attire is currently being fine-tuned.Babylon is going to be bursting with boys and girls with no faces - eep! Just the way we like 'em! Come by after the fireworks, after deadmau5, after you've gotten nice

2010-06-27T05:19:00.003-04:00

I hate waking up in the middle of the night, feeling anxious about you don't even know what.The Rural Alberta Advantage - Sleep All DayThe Shins - Sleeping Lessons (RAC Remix)St. Vincent and the National - Sleep all SummerModest Mouse - Measure My Sleep

Top of the World Presents Insight

2010-06-26T21:12:00.006-04:00

This weekend at Top of the World is sponsored by Insight, an awesome men's and women's brand from Australia. Come by during the day tomorrow to get yourself a FREE sno-cone after you shop! If you spend some scrilla, you can enter into a draw to win up to $250 dollars of Insights clothing!! (FREE SWAG!!) There will be some featured photography in the shoe room from an artist that has worked

Exerpt

2010-06-22T01:08:00.004-04:00

I'm missing things that never existed:rooftop home,ceiling-to-floor hide out,sailed ships of summer;nails chip paint offcracked-wood beds,while fenced-in heartslay heaped in dwindled leaves,a mangle mass of made-up meanings...he said roaming would be easier.Don't Haunt this Place

I want

2010-06-22T01:04:00.001-04:00

I just want a simple road bike. Even an old trash bag that I can fix up. Needs to be small enough for a girl 5'4". Help a kid out.

In a Dream

2010-06-22T00:56:00.001-04:00

I want to see this documentary.Alex posted this video, and I love the song so much. The images are all from the "In a Dream" documentary. So beautiful.

Wrestle with heavy wind

2010-06-21T23:59:00.004-04:00

I've got blood dripping from my kneeslike I'm looking at you for the first timeLisa Hannigan - I don't knowThe Books - Beautiful People

2010-06-20T21:27:00.003-04:00

Cannot get enough of Sleigh Bells. They are playing with Die Antward in Montreal on July 21 at Le National. I am very excited about this show. I can't get enough of Sleigh Bells, and I'm dieing to see Die Antward live.Sleigh Bells - Rill Rill

2010-06-16T20:21:00.003-04:00

Although negative comments can sometimes be discouraging, the fact that I have visitors to my blog is sort of enough on its own to keep me posting. I will take the comments as criticism that I can use to make my content less repetitive with a wider variety of topics. I enjoy blogging, and I'd like to create a site where people enjoy their visits instead of cringing.On that note, here are a few

Day off

2010-06-16T20:08:00.003-04:00

Today was the best day ever. Rain and errands; Crafts; buttons, sewing, flora, paint, clay; sandwiches; cheese, brie, cherries; friends; alexis, laura, phil. Pictures to come.Woods - Rain OnSleigh Bells - KidsDodos - FoolsGoing to Ritual shortly for the show. I am very excited. Someone come with me; I'm currently traveling solo. I need to find batteries for my camera.

2010-06-15T11:36:00.003-04:00

Keep checking my blog for more "narcissistic" posts.x0 - Joe

UPCOMING!!

2010-06-15T11:14:00.003-04:00

This summer has been packed with things to do every day of the week! Here is a list of what's up and coming this week specifically:Tonight, Tuesday, June 15Barrister's at Parliment Pub - $4 to get in; outdoor patio with DJs Bustin Jella and FrameWednesday, June 16 The Dodos, Frog Eyes, Pearly Gates Music and more at Ritual Nightclub - doors at 8pm; tickets $15 in advance (available at Vertigo

THIS WEEKEND IS GOING TO RULE!

2010-06-11T08:15:00.002-04:00

Last night at RRPP was the kickoff of GAGA Weekend 3!! Such a fun time! Awesome crowd, sweet venue, and great bands! Can't wait until Ritual is taken over with GAGA-goers. Watch out DUMBSMACK!FRIDAY JUNE 11th at BORED TO DEATHZEBRASSIERESSTRANGE ATTRACTORMOTHER'S CHILDRENFIRST BASEPEACH KELLI POPGIRLFRIENDS+ DJ STEVE ADAMYK@ RITUAL ON BESSERER STREET$6 - 9PM - 19+YESSSSSSSS

Raining

2010-06-06T11:24:00.003-04:00

It's raining and I don't want to get up!I have to work, and there is nothing more tempting than just staying in my bed all day, and dealing with the consequences of not going to work tomorrow. Hmm...Pinback - Penelope This is who I want to be hanging out with all day! Instead I'll just listen to this as I walk to work:The Very Best - Rain Dance (feat. MIA)

Studly

2010-06-03T23:41:00.004-04:00

Have not posted anything in a long time. I have some serious 'splaining to do!Last night at Babylon Nightclub was the first round of The Battle at the Barrics. While the dudely skaters were going head to head in a game of S.K.A.T.E, the ladies were drinking their beers on the sidelines. Here are some photos of the cutest outfits of the night.

I'm not sure who you are

2010-05-17T23:45:00.006-04:00

...but your photography is beautiful.Sometimes not knowing is better.Love Is A Dog From Hell

Happy Everywhere

2010-05-12T23:43:00.001-04:00

more to comex - joe.

Eskimo Skins

2010-04-27T10:45:00.005-04:00

With years of experience comes a unique stylized fragment of a moment that many artists strive to achieve. However, it is often the work of a young, innocent eye that delivers raw images filled with emotion and narrative. The photography of Matt Skuza (often taking on the persona of Utah) is an amazing example of inexperienced artistry at its finest. He has the ability to take any viewer of his

FRIDAY!

2010-04-23T08:59:00.002-04:00

..will be a long day. Although it is so beautiful out, I will be in the cave that is Top of the World from 10 am until 9 pm. Visits will be appreciated, followed by Fuzzy Peaches, coffee, grapefruit, or Oreos. Fourtunately I will get a two hour break somewhere within all of my inside time - hopefully to sit and bask in the lovely sun reading either Vice or Nylon - there are things to look forward

Grandfather

2010-04-23T00:30:00.005-04:00

...dreams about being rescued by a kingflying with birdsholding jet packs to get out of townagain, the sun sits across my eyes (only)and I shut it out until nighttimeI am finally able to listen to "Two-Headed Boy"without feeling like the entire world is crashing downXX - Heart Skipped a Beat

listening without my ears

2010-04-22T23:57:00.003-04:00

m83 - we own the sky (udachi remix)Band of Horses - Funeral (Tom Ato remix)Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros - Home (RAC remix)

Aquarium Drinker

2010-04-20T10:46:00.004-04:00

owls weldwoeful sledstwo-hundred peoplewowing skeletons and squirrelssitting with kaleidoscopesdoubled by idol worldsassisting damned working ladiesMy Morning Jacket - The way that he sings (live)Wilco - I am trying to break your heart

2010-04-20T10:38:00.002-04:00

remember now, oftenfeel the hot crowd,suddenly quietthe househand holding her back;see the lake stormthe walls, red and yellowmended, side by side.small black eyesenviously look.silence.red, half-hidden mother,white and scarednever to ceasememory of agony; sittingclenched wooden girlremember, floodpouring memorysnow. spring.good-bye.

2010-04-19T11:30:00.005-04:00

My body hurts a lot. Not sure why; guess I must have slept weird last night (when I finally did go to bed).My night consisted of devouring a grapefruit, snacking on delicious pistachios and a pack of juice boxes, and disappointingly sour blueberries, all while watching Blow and brainstorming tattoo ideas (imagine a mean owl flying, carrying a carcass zombie T-rex in its talons while the T-rex has

2010-04-14T23:48:00.003-04:00

This is a roof; and these are shoes&socks with hearts.Run Toto Run - Always like this (Bombay Bicycle Club Cover)

these two things go together well;

2010-04-14T16:02:00.004-04:00

The Tallest Man on Earth - Love is All (Latin Saver)

2010-04-13T13:38:00.006-04:00

Was at Bridgehead today from 3 til the chick told me to leave. My brain is on Livesay, Birney, Carr, Archie Belaney, and the move from colonial thinking to modernist thought!! I LIKE LITERATURE, BUT THIS IS TOO MUCH!!Here are songs. I like them. Especially the second one. I think it rules hard. Super, duper hard. (I'm tired, and my brain is seeping out my ears.)UtahJoy Orbison - Hyph Mngo (DJ

2010-04-13T13:23:00.003-04:00

Dana Falconberry - Crooked RiverThe National - Sin-EatersThree Blind Wolves - Three Blind WolvesHannah Georgas - Bang Bang You're Dead

leave my mind

2010-04-13T00:57:00.004-04:00

Radical Face - Wrapped in Piano Strings(At first I wasn't into it, but I gave the whole "Ghost" album a full listen, and now it is all I can listen to! This track is my favourite.)GAYNGS - Faded High(This entire album is incredible; I bought it before I had even heard a single track. Check out their myspace and read the About GAYNGS; you will understand)Sleep, and hopefully great dreams.

beautiful thinking

2010-04-12T17:15:00.002-04:00

Minds grim with nihilism still find first light inspiring. Mild pink in tint, its shining twilight brings bright tidings which lift sinking spirits. With firm will, I finish climbing, hiking till I find this inviting inn, in which I might sit, dining. I thirst. I bid girls bring stiff drinks -- gin fizz which I might sip whilst finishing this rich dish, nibbling its tidbits: ribs with wings in

Hot, Reckless, Totally Insane!!

2010-04-11T23:45:00.006-04:00

We just did renovations at the shop on Easter weekend, and last night to celebrate, we threw a party, Thrashin' style! Here are some photos from the night, from Cleo's camera, taken by Cleo and myself!Tom and BrittWIan, some dude, and CelinaSzetoSarai!Lovely Emma CNew Top videoHighnekenCourtney and FrancisBro-loveMe and Meg are clearly besty-ing up hereThe Fashion PressSlayshDJ Skid Vicious

2010-04-11T22:22:00.001-04:00

Neon Indian - Sleep Paralysist

Alexis Nexus

2010-04-11T21:04:00.003-04:00

This is my friend Alexis. She is so incredibly one-of-a-kind, and has always been the baby of the group. Over the last year though, I have witnessed Alexis blossom into this amazing, beautiful, and strong individual who I adore and look up to. Not only is she absolutely naturally stunning, she has a great sense of style that is so carefree. She is creative and artistic, and I am constantly being

Six am

2010-04-10T06:17:00.006-04:00

Got woken up by a series of hilarious text messages from a friend on shrooms? It was quite entertaining:April 10, 3:31 amBangin babesApril 10, 3:32 amNot axtually but i did shrooms and wabnt toApril 10, 3:34 amSi crazy itkd wickedApril 10, 3:38 amIt wuill neverApril 10, 4:35 amFuck.Best.Anyway, now it's six o'clock in the morning, and I can hardly sleep.This is the most beautiful track I have

Study distraction

2010-04-07T16:47:00.003-04:00

I'd really like to go outside; and not be inside studying.Check out Cults.Cults - Go OutsideCults - Most Wanted (thanks M. Tamblyn)

Old and new

2010-04-07T00:52:00.005-04:00

Here are some recent photos I took with mine and Matt's film cameras.Bowerbirds - In Our TalonsThe Rural Alberta Advantage - In the SummertimePony Up! - The Truth about Cats and DogsFlorence and the Machine - Dog Days are overFlorence and the Machine - Dog Days are over (acoustic)

Britt-Britt

2010-04-06T23:21:00.003-04:00

Brittanee. So lovely, adorable, shy, and hilarious. I like her; and her clothes. This girl might be shy, but she isn't when it comes to her style. Originally from Toronto, Slitt-nee is currently finishing her degree in law, while working at AA. Showing Ottawa what it means to be cute and stylish, Brittanee is one of my top fashion icon friends!BEST! Floral dress belted, fedora.Favourite sea-foam

Katrina

2010-04-06T13:58:00.003-04:00

This is my friend, Kat. She is beautiful and I love her style. She is in her first year at La Salle College in Montreal for Fashion Marketing. Her style is an inspiration to me - she is so creative and adventurous with everything she wears, no matter the time of day. Here are a few of my favourite looks of Katrina's.Barret, poncho, leather gloves, and knitted circle scarf - out to breakfast at

Barbie

2010-04-06T00:26:00.004-04:00

I know this is from last year's Fashion Week, but I just came across it on Youtube, and it made me so happy. Here is the fashion show dedicated to Barbie's 50th aniversary. It totally rules, and I love how it looks as if the dolls have come to life ('cause the model's are so damn skinny and they look just like Barbie!). The music is pretty pumping too - poor ending song though. Bummer.I think the

Hilarious

2010-04-05T23:37:00.002-04:00

This is probably the best thing ever. I am actually extremely entertained by this track, despite it being a joke. I like it.How fun would it be to just do a rap-track with T-Pain. Come on?!"I knit sweaters yo!"

AMAZING!

2010-04-05T21:17:00.001-04:00

WEDNESDAY, MAY 5, MONTREAL, THE GREEN ROOMTHE JOY FORMIDABLE!!!!This is seriously the show I have been waiting for for over a year!!! So, so, soooooooo excited. YES!

Sleepymouth

2010-04-04T04:08:00.003-04:00

Almost, AprilSometimes, what happensin and around the playgroundcan shake the knees of any on-walker;like my first flower ever brushed by bare shinsFeeling always accepted by green, blue, and yellow;all-knowing elements watch from battered ravens' nestsupon rickety branches,making children inside egg-shell homesbreathing out expectationsto contain life that is sustainedby what happens in and

It's a beautiful day

2010-04-01T09:25:00.005-04:00

..let's start if off with beautiful music.I just bought Volcano Choir's album, Unmap. It. Is. Incredible. But what did I expect? Anything that Justin Vernon touches turns to gold - IS gold. The men of Volcano Choir are talented in a way other musicians only dream of being. Please buy their album, if there is one thing you do as a blog-reader, music-lover. Buy this album. :)Broken Bells - The High

The Wild Hunt

2010-03-29T21:22:00.004-04:00

CANNOT WAIT FOR APRIL 13!!!The Tallest Man on Earth's new album drops very very soon, and I cannot wait! I am going to Montreal to see him play, on April 16, and I feel like my life will be complete once that happens.Here's a peek of what the album has to offer; two tracks from The Wild Hunt.The Tallest Man on Earth - The King of SpainThe Tallest Man on Earth - Burden of Tomorrow

`76

2010-03-22T21:46:00.002-04:00