4 places I love to shop:
- Goods
- Craigslist/Ebay
- Nikeid.com
- Whatevers a good deal on slickdeals.net
4 things I love to smell
- My pillows
- Minced Garlic being cooked
- Fresh Laundry
- Babies (no pedo)
4 things that makes me happy
- Food
- Traveling
- Mel/Family/Friends
- Derrick Rose
Category: Personal
I don’t think ever told anyone this but I think Larry Johnson and Converse also known as CONS are what started my shoe fetish growing up. The first shoe I ever fell in love with were the Converse Aero Jam’s worn by Larry “LJ” Johnson who was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets. Don’t get me wrong, I still envied people with the Air Jordans and Air Max Barkleys, but these were the first shoes I really wanted. LJ had an alter ego created by Converse named Grandmama and he was dressed as an old lady who plays basketball. Very funny growing up and I think commericals aren’t made like that anymore. Kids don’t have the Mars Blackmon, the Lil’ Penny’s and the Grandmama’s anymore. They’re stuck with Lil’ Dez and the MVPuppets created by Nike. Anyways, what made me fall in love with the Aero Jams were the lace cover and the yellow REACT Juice in the back and bottom of the shoe. From what I remember the REACT juice was a cushion technology, but it was more of a “that’s cool factor” to me back then. My favorite colorway was the white based and teal colorway. I was always attracted to the white version of every shoes, but the colors purple, teal and black really went well with the white base of the shoe, especially the yellow REACT Juice. Sad to say I never owned a pair of Aero Jams because my parents didn’t like spending so much money on shoes since they knew that I would not take care of them. It sucked when I saw a bunch of the kids wearing them with their acid washed jeans and starter jackets. Some of the black kids even had the pullover Hornets Starter Jacket to match the Aero Jams. It was fresh. I never ended up owning a pair of the Aero Jams and I would’ve even settled for the black colorway, but my parents just didn’t want to spend that money on shoes, but I’ll always remember these as the first pair of shoes that I really wanted to own.
NOTES:
I ended up with the next Grandmama shoes because they went on sale at the Navy Exchange.
They just weren’t the same and I was so facinated by the REACT juice technology that I poked the juice out of them. Bad move by me. Converse retroed the Aero Jams, but they didn’t include the REACT juice. Never bought them because they did not do justice to the originals.
I’ve been running on the treadmill twice a week. Wished it was outside, but working 10 hr shifts prevents me from taking advantage of Greenlake. I average about 4 miles in 31ish minutes. It’s pretty good considering it is only twice a week. Nothing like when I was in the best shape of my life days, but I’m over that because I had nothing better to do but run, lift, and eat healthy. With that said, I’ve stopped running for the past two weeks because of basketball. I’ve been playing a good amount of basketball lately, thanks to Gold’s gym in Redmond on Mondays, Meadowbrook Community Center on Wallingford and occasional EBC runs (not sure if that’s correct). AABL is starting up in May, which means Sunday games again. I like having options on Sunday of sleeping in late, but I guess basketball is somewhat worth it.
I was one of the people who reserve the APPLE iPAD to pick up at the Apple store on release day. Thank goodness I reserved one because there was a huge line at the University Village. Cess and one of my doctors at work were stuck on that line waiting to get their ipads. I’m not going to do a review on it because you’ve probably already made your decision if you want one or not and if you’re still on the fence. Play with one at Bestbuy or at the Apple store and hopefully it’ll help you sway your decision. If you don’t have a main computer though, I suggest you buy one of those first hahaha.. *cough* Tubo.. It’s not a replacement for a laptop or a desktop that’s for sure, but it is a great supplement to have if you have some monies to burn. With that said, I returned my wifi ipad and waiting on the 3g ipad on the 30th…..
Speaking of the 30th. Vegas whooo!!!! T-MINUS 9 DAYS!
So the Bulls made the playoffs as the 8th seed. I’m just hoping for 1 win here. Derrick Rose is great, Noah is good, and Deng is meh. We need a 2 and a 4 that can score to be great next year. Calling on Joe Johnson an d Chris Bosh. Please come to Chicago!! Big market, great city, and we have a great point guard in Derrick Rose. He is unselfish and a willing to passer, but nobody right now can put the ball in the basket and that is why he needs to score. He developed his jump shot for you guys too and you probably know about his speed and athleticism already.
I am fascinated with the new iphone 4 and it might pry me out of my reliable outdated RIM device. I might have to eat up the ETF of 175.00 but hopefully less than that. I do love T-Mobile and their cheap plans, so we will see. BBM can only take you so far Blackberry and my loyalty to your company is running out with the same similar devices coming out every year. For now though the iPad and BBM is helping me love you still Blackberry, so better be thankful I’m sticking with you….for now. Yes, it’s a threat.
It all started when Ben texted us that he wanted to start a new annual things with the Vegas 15. His pitch was “It will be the best meal of the year.” I had to think about it for awhile because it is a very pricey steakhouse. I ended up going, I couldn’t pass on this new tradition and I love food and meat (pause).
Appetizers: Different types of bread. On our end of the table Jerry and I got these yummy small bread. They sort of melt in your mouth. Others ordered Ceasar’s Salad with ceasar dressing made from scratch. They even show you the ingredients and how they mix it. John got some French Onion soup.
Main: STEAK!!! Jerry beasted on a 40oz. Props Jerry.
Dessert: Ben and I ordered a Banana Foster. They put on a show as they prepared it for us as well. Fire and everything. Chris got an ice cream sampler with a cone that tasted like peanut brittle. CRACK. I couldn’t stop eating it for him. Arnold and John each got a chocolate volcano cake. That was delicious as well because it’s like a brownie with a fudgy soft middle. I helped them finish that too!! Junior got a creme burlee that I got a taste of and it was delicious, especially the crust. Jerry should of let Junior borrow his propane lighter so Junior could burn more crust. Jonard ordered a cheese sampler. I didn’t get to eat that, but from what I was hearing it also tasted good.
Beverages: Stella Artois, Ginger Ale, Water and Junior’s drink. I forget what its called.
Bill:939.00 With Gratuity
I Rate it: 4.5/5
My John Howie Medium Ribeye Steak
Jerry’s 40oz Porterhouse Shaq Handsize
Jerry did work!!! Good job!
Desserts
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This was a really fun night! Everyone showed up and it went very smoothly. A good way to start 2010, especially with good friends. Copper Cart is pretty nice, it was my first time there. I took a lot of pics with Mel’s camera and Junior was on TV at the end of the night. Fun night, lets do it again next year.
The rest of the many pictures at Copper Cart HERE.
2010 Started out with prefunking at my apartment. Albert bought a big bottle of goose and we just let loose after that. Not only did we prefunk before Copper Cart, it turned into a photo shoot for the guys! Sorry girls..hahah Jerry and Arlene came late, but they still took in a few shots of Goose to get them going. Thanks Albert for hooking it up with KIMBO or KIMO or whatever his name is. It was a smooth ride to and from the club. I did wish we had some Chinese across the street though, but Steven really wanted Dick’s to start the New Year.
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BONUS SHOT
Hardcore Roommates.
NYE 2009
Happy New Year everyone! This year we will be celebrating NYE at Copper Cart in Seattle. Hopefully it will be as fun as last year. Too bad Ces is in San Diego this year and won’t be celebrating with us. Hopefully he doesn’t let Suge Knight out again. Hopefully 2010 will be better for everyone. If it was good for you already in 2009, hopefully it will be even better for you in the 2010. BE SAFE EVERYONE and PARTY!!!!
2009 My Life Year in Review
January
First thing that popped in my mind in January was New Year’s Eve. Jay and Cienna invited their friends to come out at Ibiza and celebrate VIP status. VIP status + having a rich friend in Jay and buying non-stop drinks =FUN. Ask Ces, he knows all about fun that night. It’s not all his fault though. We blame it on the girls or girl should I say that kept them coming and wasting them. Sure enough Ces, Dan and I, but mostly Ces tried not to let them go to waste. Suge Knight was also working part-time at Ibiza as a bouncer that night and Vanilla Iced him out the club. Ces ended his night with beautiful women taking care of him at Cienna’s apartment that night. He won that night. Overall FUN NIGHT!! It’s kind of hard to top that one. Oh yah! We still don’t remember how we got home that night??? Well I don’t at least.
February
When I think of February, I think of Valentine’s Day. Had Mel to spend it with and it was also her birthday month. Snow is another thing that took over my life this month. We had one of the worst managers ever at work and she forced Cess and I had to go to work when the conditions were horrible. I didn’t really get a snow day. Street Fighter IV came out and I thought I was pretty good until I played against Junior and Ces. It ended my SF4 career quickly.
March
It was a tough next 2 months for me and the people close to me. It was an emotional roller coaster for me and the people close to me.
I think I was still taking Anatomy and Physiology 2 this month. I just remember I was so busy and stressed out because of this class. I’d never want to relive AnP anytime soon. My grandma broke her leg and got really sick because she got pneumonia at the same time. Luckily she pulled through. Uncle Frank (Mel’s Dad) got really sick and was in a couple of hospitals for a long time. Unfortunately, he didn’t make it. His funeral was in April 3rd. Don’t really want to go into details because it brings back really sad memories. RIP. It was tough.
April
April was also when 15 dudes went on an epic trip to Las Vegas for Harvey’s bachelor party. It was LEGEND..wait for it..DARY!! Fifteen close friends in the Sin City is no easy feat. Thanks Harvey for getting engaged and thanks to Ben for planning this and making us all broke, but it was worth it. VEGAS WHOOOOO!!!!!
It is also the month of both of my brother’s Mike and Kevin’s birthday and I think I switched back to the Blackberry. Blackberry 8900 to be exact.
Garsha got married this month as well I think..did he meet the girl this month too? JK wokawakwaka. I love you Garsh!
May
Not a bad month. Team Oak Harbor won its 4th PBL championship. It was probably my most favorite championship because we were the last seeded team and we won. We have a video of it too and Dan never lets us watch it because it was too good
Percy visits Seattle and enjoys The War Room. RIP. Marvin’s cousin also visits from San Diego. We take them both to Vancouver, Canada where we had an overnight stay and one of the biggest FAIL ever. Not getting into a club. So sad. The Hotel was one of the nicest hotel’s I’ve stayed in though.
I also failed in my burger challenge that I blogged about. That was really sad.
June
Joey left us and decided he wanted to go to grad school in Cali. To ease the departure of Joey, the Chicago Bulls with the first pick select Derrick Rose from Memphis.
EDIT: Im stupid..derrick Rose was drafted last year. I meant Taj Gibson.LOLS
July
Spent 4th of July at Mel’s apartment. Dan got skinny for the half marathon and Junior got more sexier for it. I was jealous.
August
Dan, Ces, Chris, Marvin and I all decide to go on a trip to San Francisco. It was my first trip with Marvin in it. It was awesome because we did the tourist stuff and ate waaay too much. We really loved Japan Town and couldn’t get enough of it. We met up with Joey and his cousin as well to show us the night life. We experienced some chick causing a scene outside the club with fire trucks and the whole nine. Some people shouldn’t drink. Or at least get better friends that will take care of you.
Harvey and Mayen’ wedding. We had a blast at the reception. Again, one of the funnest weddings I have ever been to. Thanks for the tickets for the drinks, those were awesome. I can’t wait for Jerry’s wedding.
September
Back To Our Roots Camping Trip!! One of the funnest camp trip I have ever been on. Majority of the dudes made it. We got fat. I can’t wait to do it again next year.
October
Live Fantasy Basketball Draft held at Solara. We all wore Jersey’s to the event which made the draft that much more fun. Using the pool balls as lottery balls was a GREAT idea and the food was awesome.
Hawaii WHOOOO!!!! Thanks Dan for making it happen!! This trip was one of the best vacations ever. I so want to go back again. They ain’t like when they say you won’t want to go back home. The beaches, the food and the weather were awesome. I just wished that we swam at North Shore longer. Deeennnng….All insert here Everything…That’s whatsup…were the phrases we used the whole trip. Negatives about the trip are I left my Tag watch, but got it back and I lost my Canon Xsi. Sadtimes. It did teach me a lesson though.
Hova concert!!! Best concert ever!! I rapped along and pretend I knew all the lyrics. I lost my voice and I wilded out.
Halloween at The War Room. Last minute costume was eeehh, but I had to add this because it was the last time I went to The War Room before they closed down.
November
Blackberry Bold 9700 for everyone and this is the birth of the now infamous BBM CHAT! So sad for those who don’t own a Blackberry because we probably talking shit about you!!
Thanksgiving…only my favorite holiday ever!! Got so fat that I could sell a blank disc. *inside joke*
Bought me my Nikon D90 for a great Black Friday deal at Aafes.com
December
So Far this month I am broke because of Christmas presents. Joey came back for a vacation. Started playing a lot of ball again. Were in a new league called AABL and so far we are 2-0. Dan’s, Matt and Marvin’s bday. Looking forward to Christmas and spending time with my fam bam!
Congrats Team Oak Harbor for Chip #4. Without Joey, Harvey, and Ty our next one is going to be much tougher. This was one of our best champion chip run because we we didn’t have the swag unlike the other season until we needed the win to even get to the playoffs. Coming from the bottom to win it all was awesome! Glad to give Joey one before he goes off to grad school. Ces..hurry up with those pics and Dan..the preview vid looks sick!
Can I call this a challenge? Maybe its a goal, but whatever it is Seattle Metropolitan Magazine’s current issue came out with an article that ranked Seattle’s top 13 burgers. I plan to try 1 burger each week from their list starting tomorrow!! Here is the article. I don’t know which one I will try yet, but if you want to do this with me…let me know. Another goal is to do a little review for each burger and rate how much I enjoyed them.
