February 27, 2008

Wendy Notsid Album Review: Panic at the Disco: Pretty. Odd.

(Note: This Review is fake. It is a joke. I have not heard the album and have no idea what it sounds like. Even if the album does end up being garbage, I would not be this pretentious about it. It is a joke about this story)



Review: Pretty. Odd.

Panic at the Disco (Fueled by Ramen/Decaydance)

 

Grade: D

 

Back three years later and with a now punctuation-free name, the emo-dance quartet Panic at the Disco have attempted to follow the same path as fellow over-painted teen-emo stars My Chemical Romance’s  The Black Parade and try to appear mature by ripping off classic rock. Only this time it’s slightly more depressing to listen to. The Vegas natives try to be more subtle in their efforts by turning on the Flower-Power instead of the over-drawn theatrics but unfortunately they fail. Epically. You get the feeling listening to their first single Nine In the Afternoon that they think they are tricking us with this blatant Beatles rip-off which is basically Penny Lane by way of Lovely Rita. Sorry boys: We’re not that stupid. As young as your devoted fan-base is, their parents will have listened to those songs already and, if they have any interest whatsoever in the intellectual development of their offspring, will educate them (though chances are slim. Anyone who listens to this garbage probably hasn’t been the most attended to as far as musical education. Sad.  Sad. Sad.). The Green Gentleman proves their further delusions, now an apparent attempt at being Bob Dylan. Unfortunately, the only comparison that could be seriously made is in the singing. By the sound of singer Brendon Urie’s voice, he’s spent even more time recording this album being punched in the balls than he did recording Panic’s platinum debut A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out. The whining and complaining of  Such a Handsome Women is vomit-inducing and makes you want to hold a prayer meeting so that this band will get over themselves or call an exorcist. Or both. Finally, the obnoxious Sushi in a Tuxedo in the Clam’s Casino proves that far from improving as a lyricist, guitarist Ryan Ross has descended even further into the pit of idiocy in his never-ending quest to seem “clever.” Note to Mr Ross: You Suck. This  album unfortunately does not mark a departure of this band's emo roots. It's as stupid and over-done as ever. No matter though, this album will be consumed like water by numerous teeny-boppers. Pity them, for they are no doubt going to look back on themselves and cringe ten years from now when they think of their former tastes. Pray for them. This will no doubt be the most embarrassing instance of them all.



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REPEAT:

(Note: This Review is fake. It is a joke. I have not heard the album and have no idea what it sounds like. Even if the album does end up being garbage, I would not be this pretentious about it. It is a joke about this story)



Related Groups: Buzznet Album Reviews
Posted on 02/27/2008 1:52 PM Comments (19)

February 26, 2008

The Difference between argument/debate and stifling someone's opinion; voicing your opinion and petty insults

Part One: Disagreement and Stifling Someone's Opinion

This is an argument/debate:




Now, in both cases, each party carefully read and addressed the other party's statements (this comment is from my Hannah Montana Blog). We spoke calmly and respectfully and managed to voice our opinions without offending the other. We got our points across and discussed them.

This is an argument. It is pretty standard. No bad feeling have arisen and everything is fine.

I have no trouble with anyone disagreeing with me. Obviously if I had I would have stifled her opinion by deleting her comment and blocking her. That is stifling a person's opinion. That is not letting them say their piece. That is showing disrespect for their opinion.

Instead of doing that, I discussed her point. I reframed from using insults. Which brings us to our next section.

Part Two: The Difference Between Voicing Your Opinion and Petty Insults

This is someone voicing their opinion in regards to my Twilight Blog




Look! Courtesy! Was she mad? No. Was she respectful? Yes. Was she nice? Yes. Did she disagree with me? Totally.


Ok, but here is Ashly's Twilight Blog

Here is a comment:




These are petty insults. HINT: Focus on the argument, don't attack the people.

Trying to belittle people's opinions by using words like ''dumb'' and "idiot'' only prove you have no respect for the person. It also usually means you have no proper argument and have the maturity of a fetus. It's one thing to disagree, but to pull bullshit like this? No.

You want respect from someone? You wnt to make someone see something from your point of view? Start using better manners. Most bloggers are not going to hate you for disagreeing (unlike some I could mention but won't)  and even if they do? You have nothing on your conscience because you didn't start throwing insults nor did you act ridiculously.

It pisses people off way more if you are courteous anyways. That means that if they act on their first impulse, they're the bad guy. They have to be NICE to you or else they're the douchebag. HOW IS THAT NOT MORE SATISFYING?

Listen, we all want to screm when someone says something we think is ridiculous. But it is betterto get it all out in a calm manner rather than just be an over-zealous time-bomb. If the urge is to great, here is some advice: Get off the computer, go to your bed, turn on some loud angry music and jump around and scream. Then come back to the computer and try and demolish their arguments.

And if you make some stupid comment and apologize?

YOU CAN EVEN GET COMPLIMENTS. FROM YOUR OPPONENT. TRUST ME I KNOW.

Otherwise, you're just a monkey with a keyboard and your point of view will mean nothing to them. You can only do so much. But you will do the most by not throwing names/slurs around.



Posted on 02/26/2008 1:06 PM Comments (18)

February 25, 2008

Please Kindly Allow Me to Sit This Out

"

We, the undersigned, vow to stay away from e-drama, regardless of our opinions on the "scene".
We who have signed will not be making negative remarks to the likes of Jeffree Star, Audrey Kitching, Matthew Lush, etc., and the haters of the likes and the haters of the haters.

Those who have signed are brave, courageous, intelligent, beautiful people who will no longer be involved in the drama surrounding Buzznet.

Signed by:

Brittany, stewieismyhomeboy, High-Schooler, Writer and Buzzmaker

 


Directions:

  1. If you feel like signing this, copy & paste the whole thing onto a blank draft in your journal section.
  2. Add your first name, username, and any credentials you'd like to add.
  3. Click post.
  4. Feel the zenity approach.
  5. OPTIONAL: Add a picture of yourself as the thumbnail. Just for fun.

 

 

"

[Source]

I apologize but please, allow me to sit this out. While I would love to sign this and get rid of all this migraine-inducing qurreling, I can't sign anything that I have no faith in as far as people honoring it go.

Furthermore it makes no mention of ordinary people and I have no wish to make a "treaty' showing special treatment to those scene people.

If I am not a "brave, courageous, intelligent, beautiful" person for it I relinquish the description freely though I have always valued your good opinion.

You see, it sounds lovely on paper, but it will not fly. With the constant hype and all, this will be violated grossly by someone who did not sign, leading someone who did to retaliate and thus violate it themselves, leaving extra tension to the situation and guilt upon the retaliator's conscience.

Furthermore, this sort of protection is not deserved nor is it realistic. I know the e-drama is obnoxious and troubling, but rather than create some doctrine we should merely watch our own behavior and think before we speak due to our own ideals and missions rather than force it upon ourselves by some treaty. It will accomplish nothing despite the good intentions of the undersigned. This formal draft hinders all efforts towards good behavior rather than helps it and will only bring about more comments and drama.

In fact, in the comments upon the draft of this was an outright violation of the considerably vague terms of this treaty.

It also creates serious restriction on our own rights and behavior which could prove extremely troublesome under any number of circumstances. The vagueness and lack of detail makes this far more restricting than any resolution should be esecially regarding social behavior.

I can make no promise like the one this thing asks for, and I doubt even the most resiliant can do so either.

In fact, in the comments upon the draft of this was an outright violation of the considerably vague terms of this treaty.

E-drama will continue. Nothing can stop it but ourselves. And maybe it's just me, but if I come to vow to do something, I find myself more likely to break my promise.

Posted on 02/25/2008 2:56 PM Comments (8)

February 22, 2008

The Buzz Brigade

THE BUZZ BRIGADE

" This group is essentially designed to help take back our community pages and the Buzzed page. There are three admins: Mark (Panasonicyouth), Bree (Breesays), and Wendy (Johnnynotsid). Each day, the three of us will post one piece of content each: A video, a journal, a photo, or a poll. Then the Buzz Brigade members will "attack" those pieces of content by leaving comments and buzzing them.

Any piece of content is welcomed! Feel free to make suggestions in the forums!

-CAPSLOCK IS WELCOMED. HELL, IT IS EXPECTED. LONG LIVE THE CAPSLOCK.

-This group is intended to highlight the content that gets lost in the cracks. Even with the public nature of Buzznet Originals, most of those users are only recognized by a small group of people. Let's get everyone noticed!

-We are not fans of gang mentality. Opposing viewpoints are ALWAYS welcome. If you choose to sit out of a particular round of Buzzing and Commenting, we will not hold it against you. However, the sheer number of buzzes the top content gets is always astronomical. This is why we need a united front of hundreds of dedicated Brigade members. Invite other people you trust! Pass the word along! Let's take Buzznet back!

-WTF OMG CAPS LOCK IS BACK. CAPS 4 LYFE.'

The following was written by Mark and Wendy, but mostly by Mark.

REQUEST TO JOIN

Posted on 02/22/2008 11:24 AM Comments (22)

It's Official: Buzznet has no respect for the Users

Took me a while to notice but...


NO. NO. NO.

You know, I've hated these people  for a long time, but I've just done my best to ignore them. Even after Jeffree called my friends names. Even after Audrey Kitching spammed my page. Even after they've done multiple things to get normal users deleted but have shown preference. NOW YOU HAVE DESTROYED MY ABILITY TO NOT RAISE MORE HELL. YOU'VE MESSED WITH THE WRONG GIRL.





Not only does this show this site not to be above shameless whoring (while the buzznet originals are being shoved to the side more and more, no less), this is total proof buzznt doesn't give a SHIT about the peoplewho populate the site.

You totally disregards our interests and privacy by violating our pages with vapid videos of people who are not worth a sheet of used toilet paper. Rather than forcng us to play host to this idiocy like this site is aupposed to (aren't there enough people licking their assholes already?) you program these in so we can't escape this shit. Whatever happened to our pages being our own?

This is a big middle finger to everyone who already has spoken out against these people (including me). There have been numerous complaints about all these people and the inordinate amount of promotion they have gotten. And what do you do? INCREASE IT AND SABOTAGE OUR PAGES WITH THIS CRAP.

Let me try and imagine how the meeting where this decision was made went:

Person in Charge: "Oh, they don't like the scene? They don't like it? Oh, screw them. Let's putit on their age. After all, what right do they have to dictate what shows up on their profiles anyway?"

Mark/Bree: "Um, that's kind of the point of the site"

Person in Charge: "Well, they're worthless anyway! They don't  give us views like Hannah and Audrey and Jeffree do! Screw them! Scene videos for everyone whether they like it or not!"

Mark/Bree: "Please don't do this"

Person in Charge: "Even though you two are the last shreds of credibility this site has and basically do everything for us, we're not going to take into account what you think because I'm from AOL/YAHOO/GOOGLE and I know your site better than you do."

---

And SCENE.

I feel imposed upon, violated, sabotaged, and invaded. And I'm not the only one. You've gone too  far this time

WE'RE NOT GOING TO TAKE IT!

Sincerely,

Wendy Notsid, Buzznet Original and Buzzmaker

PS: The Tila Hot Spot thing?

We didn't ask for that. We signed up to buzznet. YOU DIDN'T TELL US ABOUT THIS EITHER! NO UBIC ANNOUNCEMENT.

Basically that's the internet equivalent of forcing us into a van, and driving us to a strip club and leaving us there. There are 13-year olds on this site. Are you total idiots? Do you want us to be molested?


Related Groups: Buzznet Originals
Posted on 02/22/2008 8:39 AM Comments (94)

February 20, 2008

To My Mother

Tomorrow my mother turns 55.

My mother Bonnie is a beautiful woman with extreme artistic talents and a wonderful heart. All the time she sees the world in lush and incredible color while still keeping an eye out for her babies, Wendy and Sarah.

There are so many special things that I love about her. The wonderful hugs she gives. Her smeared lipstick. Her big smile. The way she smells. Her crazy and extremely sexual sense of humor. Her perfect  honesty. she is obsessed with the Beatles and rocks out to PJ Harvey and The Clash.

Bonnie loves to travel. She's going to France soon. She's been to Italy, to Germany, to Amsterdam, everywhere. She brings insane culture into our house. Paintings (not just her own), Photos, Knick-Knacks from all over the world. It's remarkable,  the beautiful things that fill our home. But nothing as beautiful as her.

People often compliment me on my meager store of knowledge and opinions. But you know what? I would be another dumb, ignorant, wasteful teenager devoid of any depth if it were not for my mother. I don't tell her that enough.

When I was seven, Bonnie taught my Sunday School Class. During one class, she was explaining the Vatican and the Heirarchy of the Catholic Church. No one was getting it, so Bonnie compared it to ourown government. Cardinals as Senators, Bishops as Congressmen et. "And the Pope is like the President." I raise my hand.

"Yes, Wendy?"

"Yes, but the Pope doesn't have sex with Monica Lewinski." (This was Clinton Era, as you may have guessed)

This is the type of relationship I have with my mother. One of spontaneity and laughs. And other parts I'm not too proud of.

I yell at her, I snap at her, I'm an outright bitch to her and I never give her what she deserves for all the love she has given me. Mommy, I can't do anything as well as you do or with the same passion or knowledge of experience behind it, but I can write. So I'm writing this to you.

My Mother, Bonnie Jo Weissman is a:

a) Traveler
b) Former Army Captain
c) Kick-ass Shot
d) Masters Degree holder
e) Democrat
f) True Believer
g) Chicos Afficionado
h) Reader of Fashion Magazines
i) Blonde
j) Former Make-up Artist
k) Genius
l) Lover of all things (except bad stuff)
m) WONDERFUL HUGGER
n) Fashionista
o) Catholic
p) Rebel
q) Former Hippie
r) Teacher
s) Crazy Woman
t) Middle Aged Chick
u) Great Cook
v) Feminist
w) Wife
x) Lover
y) Daughter
z) Mother

Most  of all, she is proof of this:

There's nothing you can do that can't be done.
Nothing you can sing that can't be sung.
Nothing you can say but you can learn how to play the game
It's easy.
There's nothing you can make that can't be made.
No one you can save that can't be saved.
Nothing you can do but you can learn how to be in time
It's easy.
All you need is love, all you need is love,
All you need is love, love, love is all you need.


I would not have her any other way.

You're my best friend, Mom.

I love you.

Happy Birthday



Posted on 02/20/2008 5:21 PM Comments (50)

My Shortest Journal Ever


Every time one person like Shiona or Misery gets the buzzmaker badge, it more than makes up for all the Audreys, Hannah Beths, Jeffree Stars, and Kiki Kannibals.
Posted on 02/20/2008 5:18 PM Comments (3)

February 19, 2008

Twelve Songs That Cheer Me Up

I'm tagging people. The rule is, you must tag ten people. The people tagged must post a journal and tag eight more people.  You have to state ten songs that cheer you up always and why.

1. Gypsy ~ Stevie Nicks and  Lindsey Buckingham

They originally recorded this with Fleetwood Mac but this one live accoustic version I have is PHENOMENAL. It was recorded in 2000 and all it is is her singing and Lindsey playing the type of guitar that would put most people in traction. It makes me feel like a little girl again.

2. Don't Stop Me Now ~ Queen

I don't kow what it is about this song but Good God. I feel like Madam Farenheit when I listen to this and it drives me  INSANE.  I've been listening to this song before every exam for three years straight. It never gets old. And for some reason, reminds me of Seb.

3. Don't Ask Me ~ Public Image Limited

Seriously, don't ask or you will get a blank stare. I have no reason why this song makes me so happy but it does. Maybe it's the way Johnny Rotten sings it but it makes me giggle.

4. Howling at the Moon (Sha-la-la) ~ The Ramones

It's so sad, yet so hopeful and it makes me dance. I just want to write a musical based around this song. It is that good.

5. I've Got You Under My Skin ~ Frank  Sinatra

His voice is likevelvet and he truly makes you feel that he is in love with you. There is nothing like it. That's why  a ton of good movies feature the protagonist singing this at one point in the film. Frank is enlightenment. He clears you head and fills your body.

6. What Do You Do With a B.A in English? ~ The Original Cast of Avenue Q

A song which always reminds me of one things; it could be worse, I could be Gary Coleman

7. Night and Day ~ Cole Porter

It reminds me of John because he dedicated this to me. And nothing else can put a smile on my face like that.

8. Born to Run ~ Bruce Springsteen

I'm self-centered and he says my name three times. Hooray!

9. Wrong 'em Boyo ~ The Clash

No. Idea.

10. Frederick ~ Patti Smith

So beautiful. So hopeful. So pure.

11. Landslide ~ Fleetwood Mac

I CAN'T HELP IT! IT'S SO BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

12. Vamos ~ The Pixies

It makes me laugh so hard I almost pee myself. And even if I did. It would be worth it.


Posted on 02/19/2008 5:16 PM Comments (8)

UGH

Somebody go read Robert K Ressler's "Whoever Fights Monsters," you'll know why I said that guy showed signs. I stated them. I didn't say he WAS a future serial killer. I said he was SHOWING SIGNS of one. To be fair, I rephrased the bulletin now to just say he was creeping me out and deleted certain tags. Maybe I went over-board, but it was not a random blurt-out.

Whatever.

Anybody worried about any affect Iris whatever-her-name-is' crazy repetitive notes and comments had on me? They annoyed me a little.

1) I didn't attack her. I didn't go to her page. The worst thing I said to her was 'Oh and good job stereotyping 300 million people. Very Educated summation" I never spoke to her otherwise. Even when she threatened to kill someone. I don't know what the fuck she was doing here. But it was between me and pyro1000 and it was none of her business.

2) She sent me multiple notes. Apparantly her rage that I dared to say something in defense of myself as well as a friend and protest the slandering of over half the world's population was such that she had to keep saying "Ugly spakker" over and over and tell me I was ugly and fat, that my dad was right, and that's why I am single. And then repeat herself again, because apparantly her own message to me had not sunk into herself yet. Oh, and she  based all her assumptions that I am insecure on my masked profile photo. Apparantly she hasn't seen my belly pics or my maskless pics (on the top of my page)

3) She really had the free time to do this? WOW.

Anyways, they both were suspended. Mark is REALLY BUSY.

Thanks Angel.

Posted on 02/19/2008 12:34 PM Comments (6)

February 17, 2008

So my father followed up last night's remarks beautifully today

Because, you know, my self-esteem is doing to well already thanks to him.

We were in a shopping center today getting my mom a gift, then I went into victoria's secret to get some lotion and I came out saying they had all these cool new ones. And they had one like whipped cream that comes from a canister. So I told him how I almost got in and I joked if I had wasted the money, I would have whipped-written on my belly my name. NOT EVEN THINKING ABOUT WHAT HE SAID. And he goes, "First AND last!" My last name has ten letters. Altogether my first and last name have fifteen.

W-E-N-D-Y-W-E-I-S-S-M-A-N

I love my father.

I told him how that felt he just laughed and said, "You're not going to get an eating disorder, I don't care"

Posted on 02/17/2008 6:47 PM Comments (11)

February 16, 2008

So my dad basically just told me I'm fat

My dad: Wendy I love you to death but I want you to start doing some work on your gut

So I feel really great right now.

It's not fair. I'm changing meds now so I'm going to gain weight no matter what.

And my mom of course looks for any excuse to tell me I have a fat ass

She actually said to me one time:

'Wendy I'm sorry for making fun of your big butt.'

And tells me I'm on the path to becoming like my aunt Annie. Who is 300-some lbs. I'm 135 lbs. A size 8. I've been that for two years.

The strange thing? I don't want to be a size four. I like the way I am. But when either of them sys smething ike that I feel like a cow.

So thanks mom and dad.
Posted on 02/16/2008 2:52 PM Comments (11)

February 13, 2008

HATE THE SCENE?

There is a group bent on promoting original content and destroying the frivolous and
volatile trend known as "The scene"

Sick of the repetitive photos? Undeserved fame? The racism? The horrible comments?
The mindless worship?

.... All while the journals/photos/videos you slave over are routinely ignored and
unappreciated? While members with something significant to contribute get the
same treatment? SO ARE WE.

Join the fight.

We don't just take anyone, so you need to explain why you should be in, and why we
should trust you.

Send Kristyn or Wendy a private message titled “Application” explaining why YOU should be in
the group.

And some rules:

1) Anyone with an SQ in their top friends = automatically denied.

2) Once in, keep hush hush.
Posted on 02/13/2008 5:56 PM Comments (12)

Weird

I go to a Catholic High Shool. I was inthe school library and cecked out Machiavelli's The Prince and asked the librarian to find Thomas More's Utopia for me because I wanted to do a blog comparing the two books (I couldn't find it myself).  She checked the catalogue. They don't have it. But they have More's portrait in the fiction section, the "A Man for All Seasons" VHS, and More's biography. Tey also have The Prince, possibly one of  the most atheistic books of the era and was written basically as a guide for Lorenzo de Medici to ward off the Pope's influence from his province. So yeah.

Thomas More is a Saint of the  Catholic Church and a martyr, by the way.

There is a theory that either The Prince or Utopia is partially a response to the other.

Posted on 02/13/2008 5:30 PM Comments (2)

Bree My Love

Your goodness springs forth like a fountain. Your beauty mesmerizes the blind.  Yur intelligence is that of the best of scholars. And that is why my love for you knows no bounds. You are a Goddess amoung insects, a queen of hearts. You commend the day and rule the nights. And it is the night that are alway beautiful. The day rebels against your rue and makes a foolish play. But you are the moon. The Sun. The ALL.

Ah, the sun hurts your eyes, but what complaints could you have for the moon? The golden light is gone, but the ghostly silver should not be despised, for it challenges your mind as well, Oh! How your name should have been Artemis. What you were called merely states your services to the eye, but what of the mind? The mind never fades like the face. And some day the sun will burn out, but the moon will carry on. And so will you, my Beloved creature, always there to wipe away the deceiving gold, and bring forth the prophecy of silver, and your lips close like the roses at night, and your eyes are the blue fairies that come from the stars to grant my greatest wishes. Ah, my dear, you are not truly Artemis, but Nox. The night herself and every beauty she offers. I am truly a wooden puppet, fake and foolish, seeking to be real. You are my only hope, and it is in you I find my happiness, yet you do not make demands, you give your love and consolation freely. But why, why is it you live for so few? Live forever for others, my love, you have so many wishes to grant. Live on, my darling Nox, who has been so poorly named. For there is so much love to be inspired by you. You who make things real. You who is the night with your silver glow.

Your name means high and noble, but that does not tell enough.


Love,

Wendy



PS:PLEASE REMOVE THE RESTRAINING ORDER

I'M SORRY I STOLE YOUR SHOES AND CREATED THAT SHRINE.


Posted on 02/13/2008 12:32 PM Comments (2)

February 11, 2008

Insomnia

The heater is running
I can hear it
That's how quiet it is
But it's so loud inside my head
How can I hear the outside?
It's 2:22 am
I have school in five hours and 28 minutes
It is so loud yet so quiet
Even inside my head the quiet and the din is simultaneous.
And I want to sleep
But I won't fall asleeep
No I won't fall asleep
Even as my eyes itch and my shoulders ache
And I know in the morning I will be miserable
I can not tell which is worse
Being miserable then
Or looking forward to that feeling now
Even thinking about it is driving me to the edge
Yes, this is worse
But I suppose I will disagree with myself in---
Three hours and thirty-six minutes
That's when I am supposed to wake up
And it won't come closer
And the seconds won't tick by
And I won't fall asleep
And I won't fall asleep
The night is beautiful no matter what the weather
You've heard of an ugly day
But have you heard of an ugly night?
I can't appreciate it
No one should
I should be sleeping
But I won't fall asleep
It won't come any closer
The night will not end
I am so so bored
Did you find that line funny?
And that feeling will not go away
The boredom makes it worse
And it  won't go away
Even if the night does end
I merely face another boring day
And I will be even more tired
More weary
And my eyes will itch even more, even as I remove my contact lenses
And my body will ache even more, as if I am seventy years older
And nothing will be more inviting than my big bed
With its plush mattress
It's several pillows and clean sheets
And the night will be a perfect black or dark blue
And it will be quiet
And I will put on my warm pajamas
And I will lie down
But I won't fall asleep
No I won't fall asleep
No I won't fall asleep
No I won't fall asleep
And it will be quiet
And the heater will run
And I will hear it
It will be that quiet
But it will be so loud inside my head
My eyes will itch
My body will ache
And I will be so so bored
And it won't go away
And I will debate whether it will be worse to feel miserable in the morning
Or look forward to it now
And the seconds will not tick by
And I will not fall asleep

Posted on 02/11/2008 11:19 PM Comments (7)

Back in action

As many of you know, I had the flu so I've been fairly mellow in my activity here over the last couple of days.

So, I'm going to bitch about something:

The White Stripes getting Best Alternative Music Album at the Grammys.

Is it me or do they win that award every year?

Ok, granted, Icky Thump is a great record, but it was not better than Neon Bible or Favorite Worst Nightmare. The Stripes definitely deserved Best Rock Performance By A Duo Or Group With Vocals. But not Best Alternative Alternative Album!
I think at this point, it's pretty apparent they belong in the Blue categories anyway. Or at LEAST the mainstream rock categories because they outgrew "alternative" a long time ago. THEY ARE A MUSIC ESTABLISHMENT BAND!

Don't believe me?

Political protests? Check
Biblical references? Check
Gibson Guitar Insanity? Check
Friends with Bob Dylan? Check
Distinct (Clothing) Style? Check
Won a gazillion awards already? Check
Good reviews? Check
Good sales? Check
Classic Sound? Check

THE GRAMMYS LOVE ACTS LIKE THE WHITE STRIPES!!! ITS GETTING OLD!! THEY ARE TERRIFIED OF ACKNOWLEDGING ANYTHING NEW IF IT'S NOT MULTIPLATINUM!!!

The White Stripes won Best Alternative Album for Get Behind Me Satan too. And they didn't deserve it then.

Is it me or does it seem like every year that there is at least a nominationset aside for The White Stripes, U2, and Paul McCartney?

Seriously, U2 got a nomination ths year for The Saints are Coming with Green Day. Even though the trackwas released outside the deadline. THEY WERE DESPERATE.

This is getting so old.

But then again, I hate the Grammys anyway, as we all know already from last years blog.

Posted on 02/11/2008 1:08 PM Comments (5)

February 8, 2008

Ok, I'm REALLY ILL

Weak. Nose stuffy. Nauseous. Ok that's enough.

I'd rather not make you all sick too.

Anyways it turns out I am way more sick than I thought. I had to leave school early on wednesday and have been home ever since. I've only been getting worse

I wont be on that much but..

Thank you to Shionah, John and everyone for their get well notes.

I don't have much to say except nice to see things are dealth with omgparmore and brittany (which I did not even know about). Emofobgirl still hasn't hyperlinked my blog but hopefully for her she will by monday.

Anyways, sorry all.

Posted on 02/08/2008 3:48 PM Comments (14)

February 4, 2008

You Only Like Me For My Badger

I really hate talking about myself, and particularly about this but seriously I now need to say something.


" oh thats kool and just curiosity and hey what do u feel bcuz ur a buzzmarker ?????????"

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STOP IT.

If someone visited my page through the buzzmaker page and likes my stuff and adds me, that's FINE. But if you're only going to send me notes about how to become a buzzmaker, than I have no     use for you.


I DO NOT WANT TO BE FRIENDS WITH SOME BADGER HUNGRY WANNABES.

I don't mind friends who never comment or talk to me. That's fine. But don't try to bring me into some fake conversation to try and work some tips on how to get that pink star from me.

IT WON'T WORK.

I tried to get this person to take the hint MONTHS ago. Since then she's comeback multiple times to ask about the buzzmaker thing.

BLATANTLY ASKING ANYONE ABOUT IT PUTS YOU ON THE SHIT LIST.

I'm not going to help you get a badge. The only time I've ever done anything like thtis when I've suggested people for the buzznet originals. NOT BUZZMAKERS. NONE OF THOSE PEOPLE HAVE EVER ASKED ME FOR IT EITHER.

Stop wasting your time on me. You are not getting diddly squat.

You want tips on how to become a buzzmaker?

Stop taking pictures of yourself. Go look at the pages of people with talent and by that I do not mean LOOK AT THEIR PROFILES AND GO, "AW UR HOTT"

LOOK AT THE MEDIA THEY'VE POSTED. READ THEIR JOURNALS. LOOK AT THEIR PHOTOS. FOLLOW THEIR LINKS.

TAKE NOTES. DO SOMETHING UNIQUE.

Then MAYBE you might get noticed. MAYBE. There are so many talented people out there who deserve that badger way more than I do, and don't have one. Somehow I was lucky enough   to get one. So that doesn't mean I'm going to get some kid who does nothing but ask favors not because of my blogs on agism or important women in music but because I HAS PINK STAR a badger. I don't suggest or ask for anyone to become buzzmakers. That is an abuse of my friendships with certain people I value and admire.

This is something I'm proud of, something I'm grateful for. Something I value. Something I've achieved through the grace of countless hours at my keyboard, struggling to properly articulate my thoughts and feelings and have an effect on someone,if anyone. This has been a priveledge and gift I have been given and I will not try to rig it for anyone BECAUSE IT IS NOT MY RIGHT TO DO SO. Stop trying to cheapen this.

Now please. Stop it.

Posted on 02/04/2008 4:28 PM Comments (25)

This May Be the Greatest Thing Ever

It seems Fox News didn't get permission to use an Arcade Fire song during the Superbowl Coverage last night.

And AF may sue as a result.

That. Would. Be. So. Awesome.

If Arcade Fire got to buy that mellotron they've been wanting because rupert Murdoch is an idiot, I'd be so happy.

Posted on 02/04/2008 2:51 PM Comments (5)

February 2, 2008

2 year anniversary blog

2 year anniversary blog

I didn't do one last year but this year has been special. I've fully come to be completely enveloped and enlightened to the incredible community here and to explore my own skills as well as the talents of others. I've "met" some great people and I could not have asked for anything more. So here goes, my dedications.

1. Panasonicyouth~ Mark you are the KING of this place and you just rule at life so much, You care about so many people and make everyone feel valued. Your intellect, compassion, kindness, ideals, strength of character and courage is an inspiration. I've said it before and I will say it again, no one can do it like you can, which in essence is a treasure. And that's what what you are Mark, a treasure.

Song: The Passenger ~ Iggy Pop (No idea why except I keep picturing you on your bike when I hear it)

2. PattiSmithLives  ~ Danielle, you'll always be my somewhat twin. I would have left buzznet just like all the other sites if not for you. You'll always get on  my mind when I write. "What will Danielle think?" You know why? Because you're BRILLIANT and hilarious. Your natural humor and fantastic attitude is a refreshment from the hum-drum parts of every day life. And I love you for it.

Song: Kimberly ~ Patti Smith

3. Breesays ~ Darling the kindness and consideration you've shown me has been immeasurable. You're an angel and an all around doll.Your overall coolness is overwhelming and did I mention that you are awesome? Nobody makes me feel a sense of fun like you do. Your beauty as a person is something I am unable to put into words properly. You rock in every sense of the word. No one can ever take that from you.

Song: Just a Girl ~ No Doubt

4. Newageamazon ~ Ashly, your easy humor and creative talent is an inspiration to me and so many ways. You're incredibly relatable as well and I love talking to you. That in itself would make me love you, but there is so much more. Not only do you consistanty make me laugh, but you also have a lot of strength and character. There are so many wonderful things about you that I could not even begin to count. I am proud to all you my friend.

Song: Rebel Girl ~ Bikini Kill

5. Ounceof Wentz ~ There are many reasons to love John. I'm not sure that I know all of them, but I definitely know some. You are talented, helpful, creative, productive, sweet and for of golden happy...... stuff. I've said it before but: You're the top. You're a gem of a human being. And I have so many hugs to give you. *snaps*

Song: Dancing in the Dark ~ Bruce Springsteen

6. Unsceneunheard ~ Shiona you're so great. A fantastic photographer and a great person talk to.You're extremely sweet and witty and easy torelate too. I hope you have so much success and happiness. Thank you for being awesome.

Song: Don't You Know Who I Think I Am? ~ Fall Out Boy

7.  Millieann282000 ~ I'm not even going to try rewriting this. I just love you.

Song: Past the Mission ~ Tori Amos

8. Huldaholm ~ You maybe the most talented person on buzznet and I truly mean that. You're an incredible person with a big heart and a clever mind. Remarkble in every way.

Song: See You ~ Foo Fighters(reference to 365, get it?)

9. Ikkyg ~ I have so much fun plotting with you. *winks*

Song: I Fought the Law ~ The Clash

10. Kitten76 ~ Your encouragement and insight has been invaluable to me. I love you. Thank you so much.

Song: Winterlong ~ The Pixies

11. Sappysuperunknown ~ Not only are you a sweetheart, but your unique vision and impeccable taste is refreshingto see on this site. It is only matched by your stunning spirit.

Song: The Sprawl ~ Sonic Youth (I could soooooooooo see you singing this onstage)

12. Voluptuosity ~ You are my sweetheart. Too sexy for this site. Too sweet for sugar. Too wonderful for words.

Song: Helena ~ My Chemical Romance

13. Crash13 ~ I only ranked you here for the bad joke. Otherwise you'd be so much higher.You're beautiful and umatchable. You are one of the most caring people on here and never will anyone forget it. Because I wont let them.

Song: Life On Mars? ~ David Bowie

14. xxmadisonmischiefxx: I've always got your back. You've always got mine.

Song: Signal in the Sky ~ The Apples in Stereo (I've really been wanting to dedicate this to someone. You get it! IT'S THE POWERPUFF GIRLS MOVIE THEME SONG!!!!!!!!!!!!)

15. Ellienor ~ You are constantlyin my prayers. You always look out for me and I truly treasure you and your friendship good luck to you and little Gee.

Song: Here Comes the Sun ~ The Beatles

16. AngelCrossMarie: Honey, you are so aptly named it's ridiculous.

Song: Edge of Seventeen ~ Stevie Nicks

17. Seb: You make me laugh and you put me in awe with your talent and cleverness. No one deserves those badgers like you do.

Song: Smiley Faces ~ Gnarls Barkley
Posted on 02/02/2008 9:09 PM Comments (15)
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