I've been meditating a lot lately...and I've realized that it makes life a lot easier to just relax.
I've also realized that pretending to relax by putting pressure on yourself to relax is...well, unrelaxing.
All I need is my hook, yarn, and a pattern in my head to relax.
Speaking of hooks, yarn, and patterns I'm still building up an inventory of things to make. Thanksgiving is next week and you know what that means: Black Friday is the next day!! (Insert suspenseful music here)
But, seriously the holiday season is upon us! It tends to sneak up like that. Also, since I'm feeling so balanced and nice I'm trimming the edges of my prices if you order a set (Hat and scarf, hand warmers and hat, neck warmer and hand warmers, etc.) I also make trades.
Anyway, if I don't post again before Thanksgiving I hope everyone has a wonderful and fattening holiday!
Cheers,
M.E.J.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Question 1: Maine's Defeat
Get ready, kids, I'm getting political.
I have been living in Maine officially for over a year and I've always loved it here...until now. As some of you know we have been in the middle of a furious battle over question 1: The ban on gay marriage. Well, I'm on the No on 1 side; the side that votes for equality. Sadly, as of last night we have lost. The bigots of Maine won.
I heard someone in class today discussing his point of view on what makes people gay. He said that being gay is a 'fetish' and that people aren't born that way. This guy is a theatre major; a theatre major who is AGAINST gay marriage because he grew up ignorant. This person will remain nameless...well either way I don't know his name...and I don't want to.
I grew up in a Catholic, conservative, homophobic family and I managed to come out of that independent, open minded, and yes LIBERAL. I struggled to find my independence and along the way I realized that there is more to the world than all of this oppressive garbage that gets filtered into our society every single day. Life in this country is going downhill very fast and I, for one am not going to stand for it much longer. This may seem like a rant and this may seem like some sort of liberal rambling, but it's not. It's a statement of our rights as humans to be free, equal, and proud of who we are as individuals.
To those of you who stand with me on this issue, let's give 'em hell.
Love to all you damn liberals; I'm right there with you.
Cheers,
M.E.J.
I have been living in Maine officially for over a year and I've always loved it here...until now. As some of you know we have been in the middle of a furious battle over question 1: The ban on gay marriage. Well, I'm on the No on 1 side; the side that votes for equality. Sadly, as of last night we have lost. The bigots of Maine won.
I heard someone in class today discussing his point of view on what makes people gay. He said that being gay is a 'fetish' and that people aren't born that way. This guy is a theatre major; a theatre major who is AGAINST gay marriage because he grew up ignorant. This person will remain nameless...well either way I don't know his name...and I don't want to.
I grew up in a Catholic, conservative, homophobic family and I managed to come out of that independent, open minded, and yes LIBERAL. I struggled to find my independence and along the way I realized that there is more to the world than all of this oppressive garbage that gets filtered into our society every single day. Life in this country is going downhill very fast and I, for one am not going to stand for it much longer. This may seem like a rant and this may seem like some sort of liberal rambling, but it's not. It's a statement of our rights as humans to be free, equal, and proud of who we are as individuals.
To those of you who stand with me on this issue, let's give 'em hell.
Love to all you damn liberals; I'm right there with you.
Cheers,
M.E.J.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Dang it, I skipped October!
How sad =(
Oh well, there are more pressing matters at hand!
For one: I hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! Mine was very fun, but almost not safe because I wore heels. Never again.
For two: I'm working on YET ANOTHER script! It's called "Clutter" and it deals with failing romance, death, and awful ties.
I'm proposing it to be the spring show for the Student Performing Artists (SPA) spring show. If that doesn't pan out I'll just rent a space in the black box and we'll call it square.
For three: I'm also doing some writing for the USM Queer and Allied Youth Writing Project. If anyone is interested in coming to the meetings it's fun! AND you get to do some fun writing projects, act, and vent about people who aren't so nice. Like that guy who called you 'ma'am' instead of 'sir.' It's fun...so come on down!
For four (hehe): I am still taking orders for crotched items! Honestly, I don't think I'll ever stop taking orders...but you better act fast if you want your stuff ready in time for the holidays!
Anyway, that about raps it up for now. Stay classy, readers!
Cheers,
-M.E.J.
Oh well, there are more pressing matters at hand!
For one: I hope everyone had a fun and safe Halloween! Mine was very fun, but almost not safe because I wore heels. Never again.
For two: I'm working on YET ANOTHER script! It's called "Clutter" and it deals with failing romance, death, and awful ties.
I'm proposing it to be the spring show for the Student Performing Artists (SPA) spring show. If that doesn't pan out I'll just rent a space in the black box and we'll call it square.
For three: I'm also doing some writing for the USM Queer and Allied Youth Writing Project. If anyone is interested in coming to the meetings it's fun! AND you get to do some fun writing projects, act, and vent about people who aren't so nice. Like that guy who called you 'ma'am' instead of 'sir.' It's fun...so come on down!
For four (hehe): I am still taking orders for crotched items! Honestly, I don't think I'll ever stop taking orders...but you better act fast if you want your stuff ready in time for the holidays!
Anyway, that about raps it up for now. Stay classy, readers!
Cheers,
-M.E.J.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Price List
Hello again, all!
Fall is officially here and that means that it's officially knitting/crocheting season!
As I have promised here is a price list for customized items. (Price may change depending on the yarn I use and is negotiable)
Scarves - $20
Hats - $16
Mittens - $16
Socks - $20
Slippers/Slipper Socks - $30
Sweaters - $50
Send requests here, or send a comment with your email and we can work something out from there.
Cheers!
-M.E.J.
Fall is officially here and that means that it's officially knitting/crocheting season!
As I have promised here is a price list for customized items. (Price may change depending on the yarn I use and is negotiable)
Scarves - $20
Hats - $16
Mittens - $16
Socks - $20
Slippers/Slipper Socks - $30
Sweaters - $50
Send requests here, or send a comment with your email and we can work something out from there.
Cheers!
-M.E.J.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Falling Forward
This will prove to be a very exciting year.
For one, my time at Tim Horton's is officially over! I shall be working at a locally owned coffee shop starting sometime in the next two weeks. For further details, prove you're not a creeper and I'll tell you where exactly it is.
Two, school starts Monday, 8/31 and I have a lot of work ahead of me!
Since I've had considerable costuming experience from FPU I'll be working at the USM costume shop.
Also, auditions for the first show of the season are coming up and hopefully, since I'm a theatre major, I'll at least get something small. I'm not a freshman, but I'm not a senior either so I doubt any lead roles will come my way right off the bat. We can always hope, though!
Finally, since fall is right around the corner, the need to produce socks for the Holiday season will be growing stronger! If anyone wants home made socks as a gift (for themselves or someone else) don't forget to contact me!
Fall is an amazing season.
I hope it gives everyone else that warm fuzzy feeling that it gives me.
Cheers,
Feste
For one, my time at Tim Horton's is officially over! I shall be working at a locally owned coffee shop starting sometime in the next two weeks. For further details, prove you're not a creeper and I'll tell you where exactly it is.
Two, school starts Monday, 8/31 and I have a lot of work ahead of me!
Since I've had considerable costuming experience from FPU I'll be working at the USM costume shop.
Also, auditions for the first show of the season are coming up and hopefully, since I'm a theatre major, I'll at least get something small. I'm not a freshman, but I'm not a senior either so I doubt any lead roles will come my way right off the bat. We can always hope, though!
Finally, since fall is right around the corner, the need to produce socks for the Holiday season will be growing stronger! If anyone wants home made socks as a gift (for themselves or someone else) don't forget to contact me!
Fall is an amazing season.
I hope it gives everyone else that warm fuzzy feeling that it gives me.
Cheers,
Feste
Friday, August 7, 2009
The Sock Fairy
So, some of you may know that I love knitting and crocheting.
Well, since my scarf-a-palooza last winter I took a break for a few months before I began making bags again. Recently I read about some sock patterns for crocheting instead of knitting and I got very excited. Since then I've been attempting to find the perfect pattern to make a pair of socks. Finally I gave up and took different parts of different patterns to create my first pair of socks!
They are a nice comfy pair of black slipper socks.
Soon I will be taking orders and selling my stuff on Etsy.com
If anyone is interested in a new pair of normal/slipper socks please let me know and send me your color ideas and foot size.
Best,
M.E.J.
Friday, July 17, 2009
We All Knew it was Coming...
But sadly, folks, the show must be postponed...
Every actor seems to like it when they come to a rehearsal, but...
They get a better opportunity, something came up, family issues happen, work gets in the way...the never ending excuses are beginning to make me think that there is something wrong with the show and that they feel the need to kiss ass every time they see us. It's as if they can't say in person, "I just don't want to do this."
Ah, well. I'm fine with postponing until we can get some serious actors to do the show. At least then we'll be able to keep rolling on and on until the scheduled production date instead of wasting time in between loosing people looking for more talent.
I'll keep you few readers updated on the progress we make and other projects in the meantime.
Keep your spirits up,
-M.E.J.
Every actor seems to like it when they come to a rehearsal, but...
They get a better opportunity, something came up, family issues happen, work gets in the way...the never ending excuses are beginning to make me think that there is something wrong with the show and that they feel the need to kiss ass every time they see us. It's as if they can't say in person, "I just don't want to do this."
Ah, well. I'm fine with postponing until we can get some serious actors to do the show. At least then we'll be able to keep rolling on and on until the scheduled production date instead of wasting time in between loosing people looking for more talent.
I'll keep you few readers updated on the progress we make and other projects in the meantime.
Keep your spirits up,
-M.E.J.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
I know this blog is supposed to be for just art...
...but I can't help it, I need to rant.
I feel as if there is a curse placed upon my head regarding shows I write and produce. There's always ONE role that everyone drops out of...it's like the friggin' Defense Against the Dark Arts job or something...
I mean, this is only the second one I've produced, but still...drop-out number two. I found the cursed role: Alex. Damn it...I nearly had a spaz attack last night because I was so frustrated...there is one woman who hasn't come to any rehearsals because she's in another show so I'm attempting to memorize her lines because I have a very VERY bad feeling about it... and I just can't concentrate on ANYTHING at the moment because I have so freaking much on my plate...I hate it. I can't even freaking get through "World War Z" because I can't pick music that I can listen to without getting distracted...Phish helps sometimes, but only sometimes...The Dresden Dolls, Grand Buffet, and any musical soundtrack are instant distractors...those are good to draw to, though...But yeah...WWZ is a great book, everyone should read it.
Jeeze...what's wrong with me? I swore this blog wouldn't be a journal...oh well. Self, you fail.
This is one of those times I wish I didn't quit smoking...
I feel as if there is a curse placed upon my head regarding shows I write and produce. There's always ONE role that everyone drops out of...it's like the friggin' Defense Against the Dark Arts job or something...
I mean, this is only the second one I've produced, but still...drop-out number two. I found the cursed role: Alex. Damn it...I nearly had a spaz attack last night because I was so frustrated...there is one woman who hasn't come to any rehearsals because she's in another show so I'm attempting to memorize her lines because I have a very VERY bad feeling about it... and I just can't concentrate on ANYTHING at the moment because I have so freaking much on my plate...I hate it. I can't even freaking get through "World War Z" because I can't pick music that I can listen to without getting distracted...Phish helps sometimes, but only sometimes...The Dresden Dolls, Grand Buffet, and any musical soundtrack are instant distractors...those are good to draw to, though...But yeah...WWZ is a great book, everyone should read it.
Jeeze...what's wrong with me? I swore this blog wouldn't be a journal...oh well. Self, you fail.
This is one of those times I wish I didn't quit smoking...
Monday, June 29, 2009
Perversity Update!
The show must go on!
...
And it will!
I am very proud to announce that we officially have a cast and crew ready for the workshop production of "Perversity and a Shiner" this summer! My good friend John Bryson of New Edge Entertainment has agreed to put on the show with me.
The shows will be the first two weekends in August at the Dana Warp Mill courtesy of Acorn Productions.
I will post ticket information and updates as the show draws closer. This is it, people! This is big!
Here is the cast/crew as of today:
CAST:
Matt Delamater
Deirdre Fulton
Shannara Gillman
Cody Evans
CREW:
Russell Gaudet
Si Khuu
...
And it will!
I am very proud to announce that we officially have a cast and crew ready for the workshop production of "Perversity and a Shiner" this summer! My good friend John Bryson of New Edge Entertainment has agreed to put on the show with me.
The shows will be the first two weekends in August at the Dana Warp Mill courtesy of Acorn Productions.
I will post ticket information and updates as the show draws closer. This is it, people! This is big!
Here is the cast/crew as of today:
CAST:
Matt Delamater
Deirdre Fulton
Shannara Gillman
Cody Evans
CREW:
Russell Gaudet
Si Khuu
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