insidebuzz : confessions of a future child star

Monday, January 31, 2005

Today sucked

No other way to put it. Work was more than it should have been. It would've been fine had it not been for all the extraneous BS. But, that's what happens when people don't have anything better to do with their time. I'm exhausted. I'm skipping the gym tonight because I'm tired, and I have a long day tomorrow, with our walk-thru of Riley Hospital. Not to mention all the ice cream I just ate. Talk about falling off the wagon.

Oh, Happy February. It's American Heart Month. Find a treadmill.

8:48 PM |

Sunday, January 30, 2005

Another Damn Quiz

I am Vodka

?? Which Alcoholic Drink Are You ??
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3:13 PM |

The Vote

Congratulations to Iraq on the first of many elections. It's pretty cool to hear stories of people walking for an hour to the nearest polling station to vote. Makes you wonder why people can't find the time to vote here.

2:16 PM |

Thursday, January 27, 2005

3X

Worked on legs at the gym tonight. No, I don't want to look like a chicken for the rest of my life. I was joking with Darren earlier at the station how the three times this week almost matches my workout total for all of 2004. Not that I like to brag, or anything. I even had a meal replacement shake today. Then Roddy called me a girl, so I left work and went straight to Hardees. Jerk. About the gym, though, there is definitely something funny going on there. We already know that I've gone there only a handful of times over the past 13 months. Yet, in those rare moments, I see the same guys. Every time. Walking around the gym, looking in the mirror at themselves, never once breaking a sweat. As impressed as I am at the level of their skill, I marvel at their never-changing physique. You would think walking around the gym for over a year would get you into shape. Maybe they should pick up some weights or something. I know, it's so hard to concentrate with all the beautiful babies there at midnight. I feel your pain, dawg.

9:27 PM |

Tuesday, January 25, 2005

I cursed myself

Yesterday I joked about wanting a new car. Today I broke down. Again. Not more than an hour after I ran it through the car wash, it stalls, then dies. In the middle of the road. On 82nd and Allisonville. I am Jack's bruised ego. Luckily, it started up again minutes later after letting it sit, and I was able to get it home. I even tempted fate by later going up the street to the gym to work out. Yes, again. So, I guess I will get up early, and head over to the dealership to sit for several hours and read some year-old Sports Illustrated. Weee.

10:05 PM |

Monday, January 24, 2005

That's TWICE now

I've been to the gym 2 times this year. I think this one will take. I ran a 9 minute mile... is that good? LOL

By the way, President Bush wants $80 billion more for the war. I want a new car.

Party on.

10:45 PM |

Sunday, January 23, 2005

Good night, Johnny

America suffered another great loss today, with the passing of the legendary Johnny Carson. It's amazing to think of younger generations who grow up without ever having the privilege of seeing him host the Tonight Show. I'm always amused at the attempt of producers trying to cram highlights of his career into a one-hour special. It's impossible. Even at his worst, he was far beyond the rest. I remember how a big a loss it was when he bid his TV farewell, and how silly it felt to hear of a "replacement." Johnny Carson was a true American idol.

Thank you, Johnny, for making us laugh when we were at our worst. We could use even more of that today.

4:59 PM |

Saturday, January 22, 2005

Amazing

A tsunami survivor has been found in India after 25 days of nothing but coconuts. And to think I get restless when my pizza is late.

7:51 AM |

Friday, January 21, 2005

Feeling nostalgic

I was going through a bunch of music from the 90's tonight. As much as the 80's stuff brings back a lot of memories, so does the 90's. Only, the memories from the 90's involve keg parties and FSU football games. Ten years ago I was stumbling through year 4 of my accidental 5-year plan. Being 21 didn't help. There really was some cool crap on the radio back then. It's bizarre what hearing one of these songs reminds you of. Even some of the stuff that I first played on the radio here in 2000. Man, I'm old.

I just realized... I've become that guy. But, then again, I think I've been that guy.

10:25 PM |

Thursday, January 20, 2005

I'm in good company

Only a few people at work knew about my aunt passing away yesterday. Today, everyone knew, and I was given a card that everyone signed with their condolences. You always think you know about your job and co-workers. But, you never really do - until something like this. It means a lot, and I will never forget it.

7:47 PM |

Wednesday, January 19, 2005

Olga

My aunt Olga died in New York today. She was one of my mom's 6 sisters. She was 64. She hadn't been sick, or been to the hospital at all. She went to work as usual, then died suddenly of a heart attack. Though I barely knew Olga, my family is a wreck. She is the first of the Medina daughters to pass on. Neither my mom nor my aunt Dalia - who is also my Godmother - could talk on the phone for more than a couple of minutes. There is nothing worse than hearing your mom cry, except when you see it in person. She is a strong woman, who has held our family together so many times before. I wish I could be there for her now. Thankfully, my dad is.

7:42 PM |

Tuesday, January 18, 2005

Dress out

I was reading tonight how schools are getting rid of my all-time favorite class... P.E. Sure, this is dumb. America is getting fatter by the fry. But, there's more to the tragedy than the obvious. I immediately think of all the benefits I gained from P.E. The triumph of being able to do a whole push-up... The elation of being picked last for basketball... The sheer pride of completing the 50-yard-dash in just under 5 minutes... There is no measurement that would accurately portray how these experiences shaped me into the chiseled brute of a man that I am today. My bulging biceps and rock-hard abs shudder at the thought of the disappearance of this great American institution. Where would I be if Mrs. Arata hadn't show me the finer points of jumping rope? Without Coach Davis' daily reminders to "motivate the heart rate?" Without kickball? I feel for kids today. Now, they have no way to work off that yummy Salisbury steak from lunch.

9:13 PM |

Monday, January 17, 2005

Pop quiz, hotshot...

Saw this on Stag's site, so I had to take it. You should, too.

10:59 PM |

Man, it's chilly

The WeatherBug at the bottom of my screen tells me it's 3 degrees, and boy, does it feel like it. Of course, on one of the coldest nights we've had yet, I decide to go to the gym. Looks like some new people have signed up since my last workout the other day in April. They're just as annoying as the regulars. I love it when I head to the water fountain for a drink to find some fat lady filling up her big-ass water bottle, head to another one to get beat by a guy who plans to fill up his big-ass water bottle, and wind up at a third to get cut off by sweaty big man with thirst the size of China. And this is all during the slow time at the gym. People wonder why I don't go in the morning? It's because these idiots multiply in daylight.

9:02 PM |

CD Review

U2: How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb

4 out of 5 on the Buzzometer

7:33 AM |

Cake jobs

Ahhh.. the life of the government worker. The lazy days of the banker. What's that? You don't have to work today? You say it's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day? You get that off every year? I love my job, so I don't ever dread going to work. But it does seem like there is preferential treatment when it comes to recognized holidays. If the government is closed, should any of us be working? I have a sharp suspicion we won't be, anyway. Of course, there are those who would say that I don't even have a real job. Love you, too.

As for MLK Day, remember why you aren't taking deposits at the drive-thru or counting the minutes at the county clerk's office. It's about Civil Rights. Something you think we would have figured out by now. But, at least we're closer than any other nation on Earth. Never misunderestimate the power of the United States of Texas.

7:05 AM |

Sunday, January 16, 2005

Six Degrees of Elimination

It actually is 6 degrees right now. It's cold a day in Indy, as the Colts are knocked out of the playoffs. Thank you to everyone in the Colts organization for another great season. We still believe in Blue, and we'll see you next year.

8:00 PM |

It feels like Christmas morning

Colts-Patriots today. I can't sleep.

6:34 AM |

Friday, January 14, 2005

Winter #5

I moved to Indy in 2000 with one jacket. Today I have several coats of varying warmth, gloves, ice scrapers, and a car full of salt bags. Now there's a new twist. When I got into my car tonight after work, I noticed the windshield was frozen. Fine. I get out to scrape. Except... it's not frozen on the outside. So there I sit, in the station parking lot, scraping the INSIDE of my car. Jackass? I perfected the term. I mean, does this really happen to anyone else? Does your car sound like it's breaking when you get in and sit down? I own an icicle on wheels. Man, am I overdue on a new ride. I just hope I don't wind up having to lay towels underneath to get the thing moving. Remember how bad that sucked? You got a good laugh out of it, though.

8:05 PM |

Thursday, January 13, 2005

Slogan for Indy

The city is kicking off a branding campaign to better market its image.

From the mayor:

"Everybody loves Indianapolis when they personally experience it," he said. "And yet it's always the same thing about what a pleasant surprise it is. People don't expect it. We've got to get over the hurdle that we're still backwater."

Indianapolis Star:

"Officials have narrowed the effort down to a statement that eventually will lead to the branding. That statement focuses on Indianapolis and its citizens as welcoming."

Wow. Thank you. Nevermind that big-ass pothole on Shadeland. Or that guy with no shoes sleeping in the stairwell of a parking garage Downtown. Go for the Statement.

11 Suggestions:

1. Surprise! It's Naptown!
2. Indianapolis. There's no place I'd rather be... stuck.
3. Indiana, Indy, and Cars That Go Boom
4. Round in circles, in the Circle City
5. Indianapolis. A Capital Offense.
6. Welcome to Blueville
7. This is Indy - Pace Yourself
8. More Than Corn and Deep Fried Snickers
9. Home of March Mullet Madness
10. Gentlemen, Start Your Nighlife
11. Indianapolis - Single Moms Love it!

I love Indy. But can I get a 'WTF?'

6:33 PM |

Let me get this straight...

Baseball has a new steroid policy: random year-round testing, and 10-day suspensions for first-time offenders. Let me say that part again. 10-day suspensions for first-time offenders. Should there BE a first time? That implies the likelihood of a second or third time. There shouldn't even be an only time. Here's the breakdown: A first positive test would result in a penalty of 10 days, a second positive test in a 30-day ban, a third positive in a 60-day penalty, and a fourth positive test in a one-year ban -- all without pay. A player who tests positive a fifth time would be subject to discipline determined by the commissioner.

WTF? Anyone remember Basketbrawl? In the NBA, you can get suspended 30 games for fighting with fans. In MLB, you get 10 days - not games, but days - for an illegal substance. Dumb. As dumb as Bud Selig is ugly. And I thought little league was corrupt.

6:20 PM |

Wednesday, January 12, 2005

My new name

DJ Dirty Lunatic

Get your own DJ name here.

9:09 PM |

Wednesday, January 05, 2005

Celebrity Jackass

Anyone watch the Orange Bowl last night? No, not the "game" in which USC made Oklahoma look like little school girls... but the halftime show. Ashlee Simpson, poster child for "it's not what you know, it's who you know," was the headliner. Watch the video of Ashlee screaming and the stadium booing here. Should this surprise anyone? Like, wow.. like, oh my God.. like, I can't believe she can't, like, sing. Really? Did you not see her on Saturday Night Live, when she lip-synched because of her throat infection, or the clap, or whatever? I kinda feel bad for her, though. Think about it... her sister Jessica got the looks AND the talent. Wonder who got the brains?

8:11 PM |

Monday, January 03, 2005

Finally

I have to admit, I've been pretty disappointed - ashamed, really - about our country's early response to the tsunami disaster. But, Americans still have the biggest heart. It makes me proud to see how things are beginning to come together. WFMS is teaming up with the local NBC affiliate, WTHR, to host a telethon on Wednesday before the national NBC telethon that night.

There are 295,180,633 people living in the U.S. If half the population donated $5, that would be... a lot. I want to do what I can to help, and I've felt pretty helpless the past couple of weeks. I don't know about you, but it's gotten me pretty depressed. I don't have a lot of money, and I feel like I can't contribute enough. But 5 bucks? Who can't do that, or more? Honestly, think of all the McDonald's or Starbucks or weekly six packs you could sacrifice. Are they that important? Not to me. Not when I hear about a little girl they rescued today, after 8 days with no food and water, clutching a Snoopy doll. I wish I could be over there to help. I feel guilty. But I can at least do this. I hope you can join us Wednesday. We'll be broadcasting in Indy from 6am-7pm, so listen for locations and more info.

For a list of international aid organizations, click here.

10:19 PM |

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