One of my favourite parts about going out is watching people drunk dance. For some people, the consumption of alcohol equals confidence in dancing abilities that they don't actually posses. Case in point, Elaine Benes from Seinfeld.
When Elaine drank that glass of champagne, she also inhaled misplaced confidence in a skill that she didn't have. While this is sad for the person who is the subject of ridicule, it provides endless entertainment for the rest of us. Now before you shake your fingers in disapproval, I'll ask, how is this any different from watching a reality show like American Idol and laughing at people who can't sing? Does it feel different because you're watching it on television? While you may not be laughing directly in their face, that person knows they were aired for that very reason. At least when I'm laughing at someone dancing nearby, I make a point to laugh in private.
This may be a small consolation but really, if you're friends don't care enough to stop you from looking ridiculous (or if you're past the point of reason or caring), does it really matter if I'm laughing with them?
Thank you Library Square for giving me another night of dancing fools and spilt drinks (courtesy of the fools) and happy Saturday (or Happy Hangover Day) to all those that partied hard last night. Nobody puts Baby in the corner, but since you're not Jennifer Grey, maybe you should consider sitting there for a while and enjoy the entertainment.
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Saturday, April 9, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Champage Celebrations
As I posted yesterday, the weekend was a little tight on time to post. I know how disappointed all of you must have been when there was nothing new to read on Sat/Sun but we're back on track today! =p
Friday was more than just a regular 90's Night at Library Square - it was my birthday party! With a room booked at the Sutton Place and bottles of champagne ready to pop, I knew it was going to be a crazy night. While I absolutely cannot go into all the details here, I can post some photos and let you come to your own conclusions. All I can say is that I have some amazing friends who managed to keep me out of trouble (for the most part) even though they weren't able to keep me from getting hurt (5 bruises located to date but it feels like there must be more)! For those of you that were there, here are a few highlights: "I like Eileen...she's a nice girl!" - "STEAMROLLER!" - "Can I come out of the closet now?" - "He's one of my oldest friends - of course he's a jerk" - "Ask me anything. Ok, tell me something. That wasn't a question!" - "Muffin" I'm trying to think of other things to write but my brain doesn't want to help me out. I suspect it's a defense mechanism to keep me from remembering everything and becoming traumatized. Either way, thinking about this night still makes me laugh 3 days later. Enjoy the photos!
Friday was more than just a regular 90's Night at Library Square - it was my birthday party! With a room booked at the Sutton Place and bottles of champagne ready to pop, I knew it was going to be a crazy night. While I absolutely cannot go into all the details here, I can post some photos and let you come to your own conclusions. All I can say is that I have some amazing friends who managed to keep me out of trouble (for the most part) even though they weren't able to keep me from getting hurt (5 bruises located to date but it feels like there must be more)! For those of you that were there, here are a few highlights: "I like Eileen...she's a nice girl!" - "STEAMROLLER!" - "Can I come out of the closet now?" - "He's one of my oldest friends - of course he's a jerk" - "Ask me anything. Ok, tell me something. That wasn't a question!" - "Muffin" I'm trying to think of other things to write but my brain doesn't want to help me out. I suspect it's a defense mechanism to keep me from remembering everything and becoming traumatized. Either way, thinking about this night still makes me laugh 3 days later. Enjoy the photos!
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| Party on the dance floor |
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| Getting rough... |
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| Bathtub bed |
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| It's a drop shot kinda night |
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| Drunk vision |
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Weekend Wonder
Oh Saturday, how I've missed you all week! You're my favourite day to sleep in and relax, closely followed by your twin Sunday.
A lot has happened since I posted last night and I'm inclined to break it into two parts so I don't end up with a post that is so long none of you will want to read it =( I can't really afford to scare off the four people who officially follow this plus the other eleven I actually know are reading =) Yay for the 15 of you! That's more than double my lucky number and about 14 more readers than I thought I'd have so I just want to take a moment to shout out a massive THANK YOU!
From Vancouver to Oslo and someone from Malaysia that's wandered over 5 times, (maybe by accident but that brings us up to 16!), you all have been amazing with your feedback and comments. I have to say it's pushing me to try harder to be interesting and find things to say actually worth reading - look at me grow! So thank you to Shawn, Mel, Sarah, Jen Mac, Marion, Jojo, Avital, Friend...Me, Nicole, Scottie, Jules, Jeet, Char, Kristal, Jamie, and everyone else out there that gave me a chance, even if it was only the one time. I'm glad that the Internet has made the world quite a bit smaller because it gives me a chance to be a part of your lives even when you're half a world away and vice versa.
Now that I've dispensed the mushy stuff on to the second part of yesterday's post "Friday Night Time Travel." If you get to Library Square earlier enough, two amazing things happen. The first is that you miss having to pay cover! Last night's invite was for 8:00 but Jojo and I were running late and got there at 8:30. Perfect timing as there was no line and cover starts at 9 =) The second thing I love watching is the transition from casual dining/pub to drunk tank. The moment the music shifts to all that 90's goodness, the dance floor overflows to surround the nearby tables and people get sloppy. A funny observation is that not everyone there is drunk on alcohol. Some of us, mostly designated drivers, get drunk off the heady combination of good music and even better friends. Although we had a rocky start to the night dealing with one spilled drink which I got to wear, compliments of the bitch standing at the bar, plus a handful of guys that couldn't take a hint, I still had a great time. This next part is for Jojo - one of my favourite partners in crime. She's a dancing fool and we're celebrating her new job with a local event production company MVKA Productions. Click on the link to see her headshot! We had one of those interesting nights that happen when you combine a long work week with a bit of alcohol and paranoia.
Ghosts in the office, early cleaning crews, secret shots (thank you Sarah!), back alley deals, I'm too young to be a witness, pizza b*!c#, I almost Palm Bay-ed you, paper towels = good shoe cushions, sorry doesn't translate into a bigger tip, crazy bartenders, Jersey, Stumpy, little girl nugget, Tarp Party, Betsey Spotlight.
I know this didn't make sense to anyone else but a promise is a promise. If you understood any of the above, congratulations! It's a tiny glimpse into what a night at the Library can produce =) We'll actually be there in a couple of weeks to celebrate the slow trek towards adulthood (and ultimately death) known as my birthday. This year, I'm raising money for Canuck Place so hopefully some of you will make it out to one of the 2 events we're having. If you can't make it but still want to donate (I know this is a shameless plug but I need all the help I can get to reach my $1,000 goal!) send me an email for details!
Off to write part two...go productive me!
A lot has happened since I posted last night and I'm inclined to break it into two parts so I don't end up with a post that is so long none of you will want to read it =( I can't really afford to scare off the four people who officially follow this plus the other eleven I actually know are reading =) Yay for the 15 of you! That's more than double my lucky number and about 14 more readers than I thought I'd have so I just want to take a moment to shout out a massive THANK YOU!
From Vancouver to Oslo and someone from Malaysia that's wandered over 5 times, (maybe by accident but that brings us up to 16!), you all have been amazing with your feedback and comments. I have to say it's pushing me to try harder to be interesting and find things to say actually worth reading - look at me grow! So thank you to Shawn, Mel, Sarah, Jen Mac, Marion, Jojo, Avital, Friend...Me, Nicole, Scottie, Jules, Jeet, Char, Kristal, Jamie, and everyone else out there that gave me a chance, even if it was only the one time. I'm glad that the Internet has made the world quite a bit smaller because it gives me a chance to be a part of your lives even when you're half a world away and vice versa.
Now that I've dispensed the mushy stuff on to the second part of yesterday's post "Friday Night Time Travel." If you get to Library Square earlier enough, two amazing things happen. The first is that you miss having to pay cover! Last night's invite was for 8:00 but Jojo and I were running late and got there at 8:30. Perfect timing as there was no line and cover starts at 9 =) The second thing I love watching is the transition from casual dining/pub to drunk tank. The moment the music shifts to all that 90's goodness, the dance floor overflows to surround the nearby tables and people get sloppy. A funny observation is that not everyone there is drunk on alcohol. Some of us, mostly designated drivers, get drunk off the heady combination of good music and even better friends. Although we had a rocky start to the night dealing with one spilled drink which I got to wear, compliments of the bitch standing at the bar, plus a handful of guys that couldn't take a hint, I still had a great time. This next part is for Jojo - one of my favourite partners in crime. She's a dancing fool and we're celebrating her new job with a local event production company MVKA Productions. Click on the link to see her headshot! We had one of those interesting nights that happen when you combine a long work week with a bit of alcohol and paranoia.
Ghosts in the office, early cleaning crews, secret shots (thank you Sarah!), back alley deals, I'm too young to be a witness, pizza b*!c#, I almost Palm Bay-ed you, paper towels = good shoe cushions, sorry doesn't translate into a bigger tip, crazy bartenders, Jersey, Stumpy, little girl nugget, Tarp Party, Betsey Spotlight.
I know this didn't make sense to anyone else but a promise is a promise. If you understood any of the above, congratulations! It's a tiny glimpse into what a night at the Library can produce =) We'll actually be there in a couple of weeks to celebrate the slow trek towards adulthood (and ultimately death) known as my birthday. This year, I'm raising money for Canuck Place so hopefully some of you will make it out to one of the 2 events we're having. If you can't make it but still want to donate (I know this is a shameless plug but I need all the help I can get to reach my $1,000 goal!) send me an email for details!
Off to write part two...go productive me!
Friday, January 14, 2011
Friday Night Time Travel
The easiest way to go back in time? Friday nights at Library Square (W. Georgia @ Hamilton) for Show Me Love Fridays! It's 90's night and the beats keep going into the wee hours. It can be a bit of a wait if you're there past 9 but that just goes to show how much Vancouver loves rocking to tunes by BSB, N'Sync, Britney Spears, etc. It's the perfect night out with your friends (if they love 90's pop) - even the designated driver for the night will have fun =)
Clearly this is going to be a two part post since I'm off to get ready...I'll be back tomorrow to talk about it more!
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