Yay! Being green for the planet.
Actually can I rant for a second? Because I recently found out this fact and have been dwelling on how incredible the whole thing is. CHICAGO DOESN'T RECYCLE. WTF.
I totally do not understand at all. I mean there must be some sort of explanation. I could google it, but I think the lame excuse will be something that will make me even more frustrated. So we as a city are not saving our freakin' planet. We are helping it decay and that is horrible.
Also since I'm already on my soap box, I will state my total belief in how theatre can save the world. Small, live theatre is so powerful and everyone needs to experience a powerful performance. It has to power to make you examine how you think about certain things, it brings together a community of artists, and it celebrates human emotion. It is a small step to improving our world, because as art evolves and positively grows it improves the lives of many.
Throw your cigarette butts in the garbage, don't litter out your car window, and give those oberwise bottles back. It's the little things...
Friday, May 20, 2011
Invisible
I wish I had more time to read the book Invisible Man, but I guess that is how it goes. All of his little tales are super interesting but all sort of based around the same topic, which is sort of frustrating because I feel like we have focused on the particular race issue a ton this year. It was eye opening though because he writes about things that are events that have not happened in my life personally.
But I think that we all have had times where we have felt slightly invisible or ignored. Whenever a breakup happens, it is because of a false understanding of the other person, making something invisible. Maybe this thing was invisible all along, but the sense that something was misunderstood conveys invisibility.
I have felt invisible to my mother for a long time, but I think currently we are coming to a place that we can both see one another as real, whole people. Because this invisibility went both ways I suppose. There was constant judgement and manipulation that was occurring because past events were making the real person in the situation invisible to the memories. Messy stuff.
I also have worked on this play for a while now where I had to dig into a character that is used to being invisible to men in every other aspect expect sexually. It has been a challenge to work on, and a tough emotional process to then meet a guy who actually wants to take the time to really get to know her.
Invisibility sucks, but it can have its advantages...hopefully if it is unwanted invisibility there can be a greater revelation after the truth comes out into the open.
But I think that we all have had times where we have felt slightly invisible or ignored. Whenever a breakup happens, it is because of a false understanding of the other person, making something invisible. Maybe this thing was invisible all along, but the sense that something was misunderstood conveys invisibility.
I have felt invisible to my mother for a long time, but I think currently we are coming to a place that we can both see one another as real, whole people. Because this invisibility went both ways I suppose. There was constant judgement and manipulation that was occurring because past events were making the real person in the situation invisible to the memories. Messy stuff.
I also have worked on this play for a while now where I had to dig into a character that is used to being invisible to men in every other aspect expect sexually. It has been a challenge to work on, and a tough emotional process to then meet a guy who actually wants to take the time to really get to know her.
Invisibility sucks, but it can have its advantages...hopefully if it is unwanted invisibility there can be a greater revelation after the truth comes out into the open.
A Book To Read
Right now I am reading a little book called Politics. It is the most entertaining thing that I have picked up in a long while...not one for the uncomfortable with sex talk though because let me tell you...
I'll elaborate. The cover reads "Politics is a novel of sexual etiquette, the Queen Mother, premature ejaculation, the moral life of Milan Kundera, threesomes, the fetishes of dictators, blow jobs, Truffaut's Jules et Jim, breakups, Mandelstam's infidelity, selfishness, Bollywood, shopping & pink fluffy handcuffs."
Too much? Maybe for some, but it is just a perfect summer read.
The author writes in such a unique way; it is different than any other writing style I have encountered. HE IS HILARIOUS. He creates really awkward sex scenes and really interesting characters, and did I mention it's just fantastic? Could be awkward to read around the family, but perfect for your morning commutes. Or right before bed. Or in a class that you happen to be watching the little mermaid in. Or aloud to your innocent 15 year old sister. All these viable options that have worked for me.
He writes such truth that many do not wish to recognize. It is a breath of fresh air. One of his characters is a dedicated actor, and that has been interesting for me to see his viewpoints and lessons along with his girlfriend, who really doesn't understand theatre. I will eat this book up. for sure. the end.
I'll elaborate. The cover reads "Politics is a novel of sexual etiquette, the Queen Mother, premature ejaculation, the moral life of Milan Kundera, threesomes, the fetishes of dictators, blow jobs, Truffaut's Jules et Jim, breakups, Mandelstam's infidelity, selfishness, Bollywood, shopping & pink fluffy handcuffs."
Too much? Maybe for some, but it is just a perfect summer read.
The author writes in such a unique way; it is different than any other writing style I have encountered. HE IS HILARIOUS. He creates really awkward sex scenes and really interesting characters, and did I mention it's just fantastic? Could be awkward to read around the family, but perfect for your morning commutes. Or right before bed. Or in a class that you happen to be watching the little mermaid in. Or aloud to your innocent 15 year old sister. All these viable options that have worked for me.
He writes such truth that many do not wish to recognize. It is a breath of fresh air. One of his characters is a dedicated actor, and that has been interesting for me to see his viewpoints and lessons along with his girlfriend, who really doesn't understand theatre. I will eat this book up. for sure. the end.
Sunday, April 3, 2011
Movie Review
Recently saw the movie Limitless with Bradley Cooper. Now this was good stuff. Highly entertaining if I do say so myself. The preview didn't even give the whole movie away. The script was funny, witty, thrilling, and surprising. A very good movie that addresses current issues like new drugs on the market.
I will say the movie totally promoted drug use though, which I felt a little uncomfortable with. The main character uses this new drug that allows you to access the entirety of your brain and he never get screwed over from basically cheating life. It sort of sends the message like hey kids try drugs and you might possibly the coolest person with the most opportunities and friends and a party life that never ends. WHOPPEEE
It so promotes the use of adderol and ritalin and things of that nature for short term lets get things done modes, and shows no consequences. Now, there are other characters who end up dying from the drug and lalalala but Bradley Cooper seems to be invinsible.
The cast is sick nasty and its super action packed. It starts off very comical, Cooper playing a struggling writer. I commend his acting chops, for this character is something we have never seen him play before. Go see it. see it now.
I will say the movie totally promoted drug use though, which I felt a little uncomfortable with. The main character uses this new drug that allows you to access the entirety of your brain and he never get screwed over from basically cheating life. It sort of sends the message like hey kids try drugs and you might possibly the coolest person with the most opportunities and friends and a party life that never ends. WHOPPEEE
It so promotes the use of adderol and ritalin and things of that nature for short term lets get things done modes, and shows no consequences. Now, there are other characters who end up dying from the drug and lalalala but Bradley Cooper seems to be invinsible.
The cast is sick nasty and its super action packed. It starts off very comical, Cooper playing a struggling writer. I commend his acting chops, for this character is something we have never seen him play before. Go see it. see it now.
Art Review
I recently stumbled upon street artist Gaia on some website when I was researching articles about the Chicago art scene for an AP comp thing. Ever since watching Exit Through the Gift Shop I was instantly wanting to know more about art on the streets. They are ballsy, and they are making our world prettier! So I will say that finding this article made me smile.
She focuses on animals, and they are really reallly detailed stencils. They remind me of camp and me being happy. I wish that I actually saw one of her pieces in person. But the pictures online and the video of her in a mask putting up different work is cool enough for now.
It's also great that she incorporates pigeons into multiple works because of the irony of Chicagoland pigeons. Just a tidbit there.
I believe she also explores the difference between humans and animals in some of her work and that's always an interesting subject. I enjoy the doodle quality of her stencils that show her tedious work but also the type of thing you might see in the margin of my psych notebook ya know...
We have the right?
I have worked my ass off to get into whitney young here and continued throughout high school. I think I deserve the right to go to the college of my choosing. I think anyone who worked really hard should be able to have these opportunities. If only there was a part of the Bill of Rights proclaiming "right to continue in higher education". Sigh.
We should also have to right to smoke pot and not be put in jail for it. There should be the same laws for pot as there are for alcohol. It simply benefits everyone.
But in general, people do what they want anyway. And there will always be folks who will do whatever to get what they desire, so if that means smoking a bowl every now and again or putting false information down on your FASFA forms, you bet this will continue to happen.
And people should have a right to have some sort of shelter. I don't care how badly you've screwed up and are in debt, everyone deserves a roof over their heads.
And even though we have freedom of speech, for example, that freedom is limited. Especially when you are a teenager. But even if you are writing for the Sun Times, they influence what you type and if you were to submit something inappropriate you would get fired. I smell something fishy about these rights!
We should also have to right to smoke pot and not be put in jail for it. There should be the same laws for pot as there are for alcohol. It simply benefits everyone.
But in general, people do what they want anyway. And there will always be folks who will do whatever to get what they desire, so if that means smoking a bowl every now and again or putting false information down on your FASFA forms, you bet this will continue to happen.
And people should have a right to have some sort of shelter. I don't care how badly you've screwed up and are in debt, everyone deserves a roof over their heads.
And even though we have freedom of speech, for example, that freedom is limited. Especially when you are a teenager. But even if you are writing for the Sun Times, they influence what you type and if you were to submit something inappropriate you would get fired. I smell something fishy about these rights!
MC carthy happy late bday
Well my birthday gift to you is a great write up in the beacon. I hope you enjoy.
You probably celebrated with the fam or went to a show or something, maybe got a beer with Mr. Locks? OR POSSIBLY ALL THREE AT ONCE. I mean anybody would be happy with those three presents on a birthday right? I could give or take Locks but...
I bet Mrs. cooked your favorite meal and the kids baked and frosted you a nice cake. Maybe even watched a televised sports game...got to kick back and relax a little. But my question is so after all the gifts, was it a bummer having to throw some other things away? I mean according to your whole 100 thing gig...
But we know the older this one gets the wiser, and the better knowledge and discussions for future philosophy classes. Joy. I hope you still enjoy your birthdays even though you are getting older. I know once I'm 40 I feel like I will dread the whole getting older thing-not to say I believe your that old. not yet.
You probably celebrated with the fam or went to a show or something, maybe got a beer with Mr. Locks? OR POSSIBLY ALL THREE AT ONCE. I mean anybody would be happy with those three presents on a birthday right? I could give or take Locks but...
I bet Mrs. cooked your favorite meal and the kids baked and frosted you a nice cake. Maybe even watched a televised sports game...got to kick back and relax a little. But my question is so after all the gifts, was it a bummer having to throw some other things away? I mean according to your whole 100 thing gig...
But we know the older this one gets the wiser, and the better knowledge and discussions for future philosophy classes. Joy. I hope you still enjoy your birthdays even though you are getting older. I know once I'm 40 I feel like I will dread the whole getting older thing-not to say I believe your that old. not yet.
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