Can you fill this out without lying?
I could. If I wanted to. Probably will.

What’s the last thing you put in your mouth?
The mouth of a 2 liter bottle of Sprite.

Have you ever kissed anyone named Matthew?
On the cheek.

Where was your default picture taken?
On the stage at Full Circle Brewery

Last person you rode in a car with under the age of 20?
The podling.

Can you play guitar hero?
I’ve only played it once. Not bad for a beginner.

Last time you walked further than a block?
Sunday.

Name someone that made you laugh today?
Charles.

When was the last time you saw number 3 on your top friends?
Eh? This makes no sense. Wait, this is a Myspace thing… um… Friday evening.

How late did you stay up last night and why?
Um… til about 11:30. I was rehearsing.

If you could move somewhere else, would you?
I would have a year ago.

Ever been kissed under fireworks?
I don’t remember. It’s sort of been a long time.

Which of your friends lives closest to you?
Dunno. I don’t keep track of these things.

Do you believe ex’s can be friends?
I would have said no until I got divorced. Now I can say yes.

Do you prefer to call or text?
Depends. Sometimes a call, sometimes text.

How do you feel about Diet Dr Pepper?
I am indifferent.

When was the last time you cried really hard?
About… oh… 7 or 8 months ago.

Where are you at right now?
At home. What will be home for another week or so.

Mentally?
Uninvolved.

Emotionally?
Numb.

What bed did you sleep in last night?
My own, of course. I have no reason to sleep in another.

What was the last thing someone bought for you?
Dinner. And it was good.

Does that count?
Count for what? Gifts ALWAYS count.

When is your birthday?
July 29

Who took your profile picture?
APJ

Who was the last person you took a picture of?
Don’t remember.

Was yesterday better than today?
No.

Can you live a day without TV?
Most certainly.

Are you mad about anything?
Mad crazy… yes. Mad angry… no.

Do you think relationships are ever really worth it?
Depends on the person and the relationship.

The last time you spent the night at someone’s house?
I don’t remember.

When was the last time you were extremely disappointed?
Sunday morning.

Are you a bad influence?
I imagine I could be. If asked nicely.

night out or night in?
Depends on what’s going on, and who I’m with.

Are you more of an individual or an outgoing person?
Individual, probably.

What items could you not go without during the day?
Food and water.

Would you share a drink with a stranger?
Only if I was dying of thirst. Like… literally dying.

Who was the last person you visited in the hospital?
My Dad when he had heart surgery.

Last hug?
Not sure. Probably RP or Nate or someone at the gig.

Do you think its right for straight guys to get their tongue pierced?
I don’t particularly care. I don’t think it’s clever, OR attractive, but do what you want.

Are you more of a coffee or alcohol drinker?
I don’t drink much of either.

Have you ever thrown shoes on a telephone wire?
No. What a silly waste of shoes.

What does the last text message in your inbox say?
“What time does he have to be there?”

How do you feel about your life right now?
Indifferent.

Explain why you last threw up?
I’d rather not. It involves overwhelming heartbreak to the point of being unable to eat.

How many times have you been pulled over by the police?
mmm… twice? I think?

Do you hate anyone?
Yes. And I want them to die horribly.

Do you talk dirty to people?
No.

If we were to look in your phone inbox, what would we find?
My guess is a voicemail or two. That’s what’s usually there.

Will you have a valentine this year?
I had my lovely date-friend this year. I doubt I’ll have one next year.

Anyone upset you lately?
Upset? No. Disappoint? Yes.

Last person you talked to on the phone?
Chuck.

Can you easily tell if someone is fake?
Usually.

How’s your heart?
Still broken.

Say you were given a drug test right now, Would you pass?
Of course.

Have you ever fallen into a rose bush?
No, but I’ve fallen into a pomegranate tree.

What did you do right before you started filling this out?
Sent out an email reminder for my event tomorrow night.

Have you had any Beers today?
No.

How many?
No “Beers”.

What are you doing tonight?
Meeting with someone to discuss the gig tomorrow.

I started sitting for life drawing sessions and workshops. And I’m finding it rewarding. Not just because I get paid to sit still for a few hours. It’s really fun for me to get up between poses and see what each of the artists is doing. It’s always so interesting to see what each person’s different style and medium brings forth on canvas or paper. It doesn’t matter to me whether it’s a style or a look that I prefer. I find that I really enjoy just being an instrument these people can use to create something they think is beautiful. Sometimes it’s just a vague sketch of a figure, sometimes there is detail, sometimes it’s splashes of color in the shape of me, sometimes it’s just a simple sketch.

I find it all fascinating, and very rewarding that just by sitting still I make it possible for these people to express something that might not have been otherwise.

I sat on Tuesday evening, and this is the product of one of the artists. Believe it or not, she had this nearly done by the end of the first 20 minute pose. I neglected to get her name, but I was so impressed. She does beautiful work, and I hope to see more of the things she’s done.

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*I* got to go to a wedding last Saturday.

It was the wedding of these two bloggers.

Aaaaand… since they successfully completed the gauntlet of planning, organizing, and surviving ceremony, reception, and groovin’ concert party… they’re taking some well-deserved time to get-the-hell-out-of-Dodge and enjoy a honeymoon. Hence… They will NOT HNT this week.

But, hey. That’s what friends are for. So we’re HNT-ing FOR them. Because that’s how we are. Lecram’s camera captured the following, and I’m sure you’ll see other comments and perspectives from some of the other bloggers who were caught enjoying the festivities.

The bride, with a particularly HNT-like pose:

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The groom. No… not that guy… THAT guy, to whom he points:

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Aren’t they cute?

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And, of course, there were many bloggers in attendance.

Me… with the bride (I swear, I adore this woman):

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And another of me with this blogger, and of course you know THAT guy:

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Graced with appearances by these two:

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Here’s APJ with Mrs. Thereminman:

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And, of course, the ever-lovely Solitaire:

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And, a bonus photo. My very own podling with 1/3 of the Suicide Lounge, the Fabulous Fingers B:

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The evening was lovely, the happy couple looked… well, very happy. And everyone there was happy FOR them. Great food and drink, great company among those who love and care for the bride and groom, then later, a GREAT show by Ticket To Ride and dancing off of feetsies. While the band took a break, a beautiful moment between bride and groom engineered by friends because of a SNAFU with the vows at the ceremony. I’ll let others describe the situation. I’ll just say that in my opinion, such a SNAFU made the evening more sweet for those watching because of the friends who went out of their way to make sure that vows WERE said in the manner intended and… well… Somebody else tell the story, because I wouldn’t do it justice.

It was just wonderful to see two such amazing people be supported by friends who love them so much.

Happy HNT to everyone. And Congratulations and Best Wishes and MANY Happy Returns of the Day to Zx3gurl and Fishstick. I wish you a wonderful forever.

Update 9:59 a.m.

Generik took photos at the wedding too. They’re here. (In case you didn’t see the link he left in the comments for this post.) Some really great shots! I’m totally stealing the ones with the podling in them.

Ok, so who’s going to pool all these various photos into a site/blog for Zx3gurl and Fishstick?

    
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